For 125 years, Columbia Records has remained one of the most vibrant and storied names in prerecorded sound, nurturing the careers of legends such as Bessie Smith, Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Miles Davis, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Bruce Springsteen, Beyoncé, and many more. Written by distinguished historian Sean Wilentz, 360 Sound tells the story of the label's rich history as it interweaves threads of technical and social change with the creation of some of the greatest albums evermade. Featuring over 300 rare and revealing images from the Columbia archives, this lavishly illustrated celebration is a must-have for any serious music fan.
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Founded in 1888, Columbia Records is the most enduring brand name in pre-recorded sound.; This book is a lavishly illustrated pop cultural and insider-perspective primer on the label, its stellar range of artists and the history of recorded music in America; a must have for music fan's.; A richly illustrated and fascinating read, 360 Sound is the perfect gift for both the musically savvy and the history geek in everyone.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781452107561
Publisert
2012-09-01
Utgiver
Chronicle Books
Vekt
2280 gr
Høyde
307 mm
Bredde
244 mm
Dybde
34 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
336

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Biografisk notat

Sean Wilentz is a prominent historian, his books and commentary on music, politics and the arts have gained a wide reputation for their force, originality and elegance. Wilentz’s writings on music have focused on folk traditions and contemporary rock and roll, especially the work of Bob Dylan.