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Title: Understanding Popular Music
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Publication Date: 1994
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0415107237
ISBN 13: 9780415107235
Binding: Soft cover
Edition: annotated edition.
Condition: Good
Weight: 1.003 pounds

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This introductory textbook for students explores the history and meaning of rock and popular music. It encompasses every aspect of popular music, from the history of the record industry to the concept of the musician, from rock as cultural politics to MTV. Roy Shuker examines the music press, the impact of music videos, public performance, fans and subcultures, and the nature of the pop star. The book includes case studies of contemporary icons such as Frank Zappa, Prince, Lenny Kravitz and Madonna, along with full bibliography and song listings and an annotated guide to the key texts discussed.

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Roy Shuker is Associate Professor in Media Studies at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. His previous publications include Understanding Popular Music (2nd Edition, 2001) and Popular Music: The Key Concepts (2nd Edition, 2005).

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