Music reviews & criticism books

Edmonds book explores Gaye's creative process, ability to navigate the music industry, his conflict with Barry Gordy,...  Read More >>

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An entertaining and deeply nostalgic dive into how female pop stars-from Britney Spears to Taylor Swift to Beyonce-broke...  Read More >>

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The gripping first account of one of the darkest days in pop music history: the murder of Nancy Spungen.  Read More >>

A whirlwind tour of 11 essential Taylor Swift tracks.  Read More >>

Sorrow Tears and Blood offers a glimpse into the complicated social, cultural, and political phenomenon that is...  Read More >>

Sorrow Tears and Blood offers a glimpse into the complicated social, cultural, and political phenomenon that is...  Read More >>

While much has been said about the nostalgia and historic references of Daft Punk's final album, Random Access Memories,...  Read More >>

Dive in to Glasgow's vibrant musical heritage with this guide to the people, places and events which have shaped...  Read More >>

From the New York Times bestselling author of A Long Strange Trip and the publicist of the Grateful Dead, Dennis...  Read More >>

Explore the Fascinating Journey of Two Intrepid Travelers as they Discover Vibrant Cultures Around the Globe, Transforming...  Read More >>

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A pesar de su dilatada y rica trayectoria, Peter Hammill es uno de los más importantes ""secretos mejor guardados""...  Read More >>

Explore the Fascinating Journey of Two Intrepid Travelers as they Discover Vibrant Cultures Around the Globe, Transforming...  Read More >>

A fascinating story of how three musicians, who escaped the Nazis, inspired Iceland's modern classical music.  Read More >>

Three generations of famous movie soundtrack composers reveal the secrets of their art and success.  Read More >>

Finalist for the 2024 Washington State Book Award in General Nonfiction Parking lot rumbles, teen dance riots,...  Read More >>

From his early albums with the Mothers of Invention, Frank Zappa established a reputation as a musical genius who...  Read More >>

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Bradford's Noise Of The Valleys Volume 3 Part 1 is a study of the Bradford music scene between 1999 and 2003. It...  Read More >>

Published in 1917, La Musique Militaire is a landmark history of military music by Marie Bobillier (as Michel Brenet)....  Read More >>

Hector Berlioz's Requiem (Grande Messe des Morts, 1837) remains a fixture in the repertoire of choirs and orchestras...  Read More >>

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