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Mikel Rouse's memoir offers an exuberant glimpse into the life of a groundbreaking composer known for blending pop and avant-garde music. Through witty storytelling, he recounts his journey from the vibrant 1980s New York art scene to a successful forty-year career, highlighting the challenges and joys of artistic creation. Rouse candidly explores the realities of being a working artist, emphasizing how external factors, like reliable air conditioning, can impact a project's success. This unique account blends humor and insight into the creative process.
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The World Got Away, Mikel Rouse
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- The World Got Away
- Subtitle
- A Memoir
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mikel Rouse
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 248
- ISBN13
- 9780252045813
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Art & Culture, Hobby, Music Theme
- Rating
- 4.5 out of 5
- Description
- Mikel Rouse's memoir offers an exuberant glimpse into the life of a groundbreaking composer known for blending pop and avant-garde music. Through witty storytelling, he recounts his journey from the vibrant 1980s New York art scene to a successful forty-year career, highlighting the challenges and joys of artistic creation. Rouse candidly explores the realities of being a working artist, emphasizing how external factors, like reliable air conditioning, can impact a project's success. This unique account blends humor and insight into the creative process.