Bennett (sociology, University of Surrey) considers the cultural, social, and historical aspects of post-war popular music including rock 'n' roll, psychedelic pop, punk, metal, rap, hip-hop, rave, and techno and the styles, cultures, and scenes to which each have given birth. Drawing from research in sociology, media studies, and cultural studies, the book examines the significance of popular music for young audiences, with attention to issues surrounding space and place, ethnicity, gender, creativity, education, and leisure. The picture that emerges is global in scope, dealing with popular music in Germany, Holland, Sweden, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Japan, Russia, and Hungary. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Presents a comprehensive cultural, social and historical overview of post-war popular music genres, from rock 'n' roll and psychedelic pop, through punk and heavy metal, to rap, rave and techno.
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