Rock Music : Culture, Aesthetics and Sociology

Name: Rock Music
Brand: Cambridge University Press
SKU: 9780521365550
Price: 6000 KES
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ISBN: 9780521365550

by Peter Wicke

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Format Hardback

ISBN-10 0521365554

ISBN-13 9780521365550

Publisher Cambridge University Press

Imprint Cambridge University Press

Country of Manufacture GB

Country of Publication GB

Publication Date May 25th, 1990

Print length 240 Pages

Weight 418 grams

Product Classification: Rock & Pop music

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A stimulating and penetrating study of rock music, from rock 'n' roll to the present day.

Rock music - powerful, sensual, loud and full of energy. It has changed the face of modern music. But what is its fascination for, and its significance in contemporary society and what cultural values does it reflect? Peter Wicke addresses these issues in a stimulating and penetrating study of rock music tracing the genesis and influence of this diverse strand of popular music. Beginning with the advent of rock ''n'' roll, Wicke chronicles the development through Elvis Presley and the Beatles to the current music industry, its performers, and the impact of the music video. The book will appeal to readers with an interest in music history, popular culture, and media studies.

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