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Exploring the phenomenon of pop dandies, this study examines the flamboyant styles of British stars like David Bowie and Jarvis Cocker. It delves into the cultural and historical influences on male pop artists, linking them to iconic figures such as Oscar Wilde and W.H. Auden. Through a critical lens, the book analyzes how masculinity shapes musical performance and the absurd extremes of style embraced by these artists, providing a rich context for understanding their roles in pop culture.
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The British Pop Dandy, Stan Hawkins
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- The British Pop Dandy
- Subtitle
- Masculinity, Popular Music and Culture
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Stan Hawkins
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 244
- ISBN13
- 9781138259614
- Category
- Art / Culture
- Description
- Exploring the phenomenon of pop dandies, this study examines the flamboyant styles of British stars like David Bowie and Jarvis Cocker. It delves into the cultural and historical influences on male pop artists, linking them to iconic figures such as Oscar Wilde and W.H. Auden. Through a critical lens, the book analyzes how masculinity shapes musical performance and the absurd extremes of style embraced by these artists, providing a rich context for understanding their roles in pop culture.