(Paperback)

Nik Cohn began to write this book in the late 1960s with a simple purpose: to catch the feel, the pulse of Rock. Nobody had written a serious book on the subject before, and there were no reference books or research to refer to.

(Paperback, 2nd edition)

"Follows the development of sound as an artistic medium and illustrates how sound is put to use within modes of composition, installation, and performance"--

(Paperback)

Written with wit, brio and no small amount of bile, Luke Haines recounts how it felt to ride a wave of self-congratulatory success in a world with no taste.

Funny, honest and ridiculously entertaining, Luke Haines attacks anyone within rifle range, and is more than happy to turn the gun on himself.

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(Paperback)

Presents an account of the history of reggae. This book describes reggae's origins and development in Jamaica, from ska to rock-steady to dub and to reggae itself, a local music which conquered the world. It relates the story of reggae to the history of Jamaica, from Colonial Island to troubled independence, and Jamaicans, from Kingston to London.

(Paperback)

Compiles thousands of odd, obscure and funny band names and organises them into 25 chapters including Best, Worst, Tribute Bands, Heavy Metal Bands, Heavy Metal Bands in France, Hip Hop names, Surf Bands, Punk ensembles, Japanese Bands with English names, Groups created for TV & Film, and Country & Western outifts.

(Paperback)

(Hardback)

**THE PERFECT GIFT FOR BILLIE EILISH FANS**

A celebration of Billie Eilish's refreshing outlook, creativity and independence. We all want a bit more Billie in our lives!

(Paperback)

A compendium of trivia about the Beatles includes behind-the-scenes facts about their families, recording sessions, and their final days together.

(Hardback)

From the early days of his music with Stocktons Wing to training at Ballymaloe Cookery School, food and music have been parallel lines that have kept Mike Hanrahan on track his entire life.

(Hardback)

A compelling and unique biography of one of the best-selling bands of all time, told with synapse-rattling insight by renowned pop scholar Bob Stanley.

(Paperback)

A compelling and unique biography of one of the best-selling bands of all time, told with synapse-rattling insight by renowned pop scholar Bob Stanley.

(Hardback)

Originally published in Dutch as Beethoven in de bunker in 2019 by EPO.

(Paperback)

The legendary jazzman recounts his life and career, from his childhood in Watts and his apprenticeship with jazz musicians, to his recordings with Duke Ellington and others, and more.

(Hardback)

A wildly entertaining ride through the galloping absurdities of pop.

(Paperback)

A wildly entertaining ride through the galloping absurdities of pop.

(Hardback)

Packed with interesting facts and amazing photos, this is an ideal purchase for any Billie Eilish fan.

(Hardback)

The long-awaited reissue of the sequel to Amiri Baraka's seminal work, Blues People.

(Hardback)

(Paperback, Main - Canons)

A rousing exploration of the blues and jazz music that formed much of American popular music culture, penned by the iconic Beat writer and critic.

(Paperback)

A brilliantly written and groundbreaking book about Dylan's music now the recipient of the Nobel Prize for Literature 2016 and its musical, political and cultural roots in early 20th-century America

Growing up in Greenwich Village in the 1960s Sean Wilentz discovered the music of Bob Dylan as a young teenager.

(Paperback)

Few have combined the music with a message in such a radical way as Bob Marley. The best of Marley's work conveys elements of his social background and religious and political experience. This is an biographical examination of the output of material unleashed on a succession of superb singles and albums delivered by Bob Marley & The Wailers.

(Paperback)

In this Sunday Times bestseller Bono - the biggest rock star in the world - tells his life story, and speaks passionately about his hopes for the future.

Paperback edition contains a new chapter covering LIVE8, G8 and U2's massive Vertigo Tour.

(Paperback)

English National Opera Guides are ideal companions to the opera. They provide stimulating introductory articles together with the complete text of each opera in English and the original.