Rowman & Littlefield

Kay draws on scores of firsthand accounts (derived from interviews) and published sources in this wide-ranging overview of rock 'n' roll. Comprising nine chapters, the book opens with a chapter... — Choice More…

As both a scholar and bassist, Burns melds a professional musician's ear with a musicologist's analytical pen to produce a tribute and history of the genre. . . The inclusion of both an extensive... — American Reference Books More…

Music-journalist Banister takes a look at Southern rock, digging into historical information to explain why he thinks these 100 songs are the best representation of the genre. Each song entry... — Booklist More…

Ensminger offers an exploration of identity, belief, protest, and advocacy as they specifically intersect with punk music and culture and, along the way, chronicles a genre of music with great... — The Journal of American Culture More…

Teachers who are interested in teaching rock singers can consult resources such as this volume. Singers interested in performing professionally in the rock genre will find this book informative... — Journal of Singing More…

Historian and musician West's book is an excellent look at how the Police accomplished success by synthesizing disparate influences into 'marketable, mainstream music, which has remained viable... — Publishers Weekly More…

Ska music, often recognized as the precursor to reggae, originated in Jamaica in the 1950s, achieved worldwide popularity in the '70s and '80s, and remains influential today. This book thoroughly... — Booklist More…