Rock Music : Culture, Aesthetics and Sociology
by
Peter Wicke
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
0521399149
ISBN-13
9780521399142
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Imprint
Cambridge University Press
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
May 25th, 1990
Print length
244 Pages
Weight
332 grams
Dimensions
21.60 x 14.00 x 1.60 cms
Product Classification:
Rock & Pop musicAnthropology
Ksh 7,900.00
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Rock music has changed the face of modern music, but what is its fascination and its significance in contemporary society and what cultural values does it reflect? Peter Wicke addresses these issues and offers a stimulating and penetrating study of rock music, tracing its genesis and development through Presley and the Beatles in the present.
Rock music--powerful, sensual, loud, and full of energy. It has changed the face of modern music. But what is its appeal and its significance within contemporary society, and what cultural values does it reflect? Peter Wicke addresses these issues and offers a stimulating and insightful study of rock music tracing the genesis and influence of this diverse aspect of popular music. Beginning with the advent of rock and 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 be of interest to students of music history, popular culture, and media studies.
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