Making Easy Listening

The book explores the transformative era of the American music industry between World War II and the mid-1960s, highlighting key shifts in production and consumption. It examines the transition from live performances to record sales, the trend of releasing multiple versions of the same song, and the impact of high-fidelity stereo systems in homes. Through these lenses, Tim Anderson provides insight into how these changes reshaped the music landscape and listener experiences during this pivotal time.