Understanding Popular MusicUnderstanding Popular Music is an introductory textbook for students which explores the history and meaning of rock and popular music. Roy Shuker's study 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; the workings of the industry, songs and genres; public performance; fans and subcultures, and the nature of the `pop star'. * Case studies include contemporary icons such as Frank Zappa, Prince and Madonna * Includes full bibliography and song listings Includes annotated guide to the key texts discussed |
Contents
1 Whats Goin On? Popular Culture Popular Music and Media Literacy | 1 |
2 Every 1s a Winner The Music Industry | 24 |
3 We Are the World State Music Policy and Cultural Imperialism | 40 |
4 On the Cover of the Rolling Stone The Music Press | 54 |
5 So You Want to be a Rock n Roll Star? Making Music | 74 |
6 Pump Up the Volume Texts and Genres | 100 |
7 U Got the Look Music Video | 123 |
8 Dance to the Music Public Performance | 146 |
10 Pushin Too Hard Rock and Cultural Politics | 185 |
Wrap it Up Popular Music and Cultural Meaning | 208 |
Appendix I | 212 |
Appendix II | 214 |
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9 My Generation Audiences Fans and Subcultures | 166 |
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