The fifth edition of this A-Z reference book offers an extensive exploration of key ideas and concepts in popular music culture, focusing on its social and cultural dimensions. It serves as a valuable resource for students, presenting a thorough survey that highlights the significance of popular music in contemporary society.
Now in an updated fourth edition, this popular A-Z student handbook provides a comprehensive survey of key ideas and concepts in popular music culture. With new and expanded entries on genres and subgenres, the text comprehensively examines the social and cultural aspects of popular music, taking into account the digital music revolution and changes in the way that music is manufactured, marketed and delivered.
Focusing on the intricacies of popular music, this revised edition delves into its production, distribution, and consumption while exploring the cultural debates surrounding it. Featuring updated case studies on artists like Taylor Swift, Lorde, and One Direction, the book offers a thorough examination of the significance and impact of popular music in contemporary society.
Exploring the history and nuances of record collecting, this study profiles collectors and the processes involved, while categorizing the various types of collections. It situates record collecting within the larger context of cultural consumption and social identity, examining how it reflects the construction of self in modern society. The work delves into themes of nostalgia and material culture, revealing the significance of record collecting as both a personal passion and a lens through which to understand broader societal trends.