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Phil Collins pulls no punches -- about himself, his life, or the ecstasy and heartbreak that has inspired his music. In this memoir, he tells the story of his epic career, with an auspicious debut at age 11 in a crowd shot from the Beatles' legendary film A Hard Day's Night. A drummer since almost before he could walk, Collins received on-the-job training in the seedy, thrilling bars and clubs of 1960s swinging London before finally landing the drum...
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From Elvis and a hound dog wearing matching tuxedos and the comic adventures of artificially produced bands to elaborate music videos and contrived reality-show contests, television—as this critical look brilliantly shows—has done a superb job of presenting the energy of rock in a fabulously entertaining but patently "fake" manner. The dichotomy of "fake" and "real" music as it is portrayed on television is presented in detail through many generations...
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Are you a fan of British band The Vamps? Have you recently discovered this exciting new group or seen them perform as supporting artists? Can you name all the tracks on their debut album? If you think you know about Bradley, Connor, James and Tristan or would like to find out more, you are certain to enjoy The Vamps Quiz Book. Which boy band did The Vamps support in the UK and Ireland on their 'Word of Mouth' world tour? In what year was the band's...
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Are you a fan of American singer-songwriter Kesha? Do you enjoy her particular style of music and sing along to her songs? Are you one of the thousands who brought her albums and helped to turn Kesha into a popular, award-winning, contemporary artist? If you like Kesha and would like to find out more about her, The Kesha Quiz Book will tell you everything you need to know? When and where was Kesha born? What was the name of her debut album? How many...
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Since Radiohead's formation in the mid-1980s, the band has celebrated three decades of creative collaboration and achieved critical acclaim across music genres as cultural icons. Recognized not only for their musical talent and daring experimentation, Radiohead is also known for its work's engagement with cultural and political issues. Phil Rose dissects Radiohead's entire catalog to reveal how the music directs our attention toward themes like cyber...
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In the past eight-years, the face of popular culture has changed radically and with it, the music that will define the decade. Gone are the pop saturated songs of the 70's and 80's. Today's sound is a fusion of grunge, hip-hop, metal, hardcore and funk. Disparate sounds that together create something thoroughly modern and unlike anything we've heard before. No band embodies this musical melting pot more than Korn. With their frantic, no-holds-barred...
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“We All Want to Change the World” provides a cogent and fascinating evaluation of post-World War II American commercial music and its complex, multi-faceted impact on the world of politics. Tom Waldman offers articulate and compulsively readable insights into such issues as: John Lennon and Yoko Ono's fiercely political period and its decidedly mixed effect on both of their careers and the causes they championed; the violence that erupted over...
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With a string of number-one hits showcasing Karen Carpenter's warm and distinctive vocals and Richard Carpenter's sophisticated compositions and arrangements, the Carpenters were responsible for some of the most popular music of the 1970s, and this compendium collects more than 50 articles, interviews, essays, reviews, and reassessments that chronicle the lives and career of this brother-sister musical team. Writings from pop journalists and historians...
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HOT SUMMER JAMS is all about pop music that celebrates warm weather, getaways to the beach, travel to exotic locations, sex, romance and the joy of fun in the sun. The lyrics and melodies of these songs are a reflection of our passionate connection to the summer season and the art of escaping the everyday. HOT SUMMER JAMS features critiques of over 500 American and international pop songs released between 1975 and 2005. Some directly reference summer...
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Are you a fan of South Korean singing sensation Psy? Did you discover his unique style of music on YouTube and liked what you heard? Would you like to find out more about the talented performer? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are certain to enjoy The Psy Quiz Book. Which MTV Europe Music Award did Psy win in Frankfurt, Germany, in 2012, for his song 'Gangnam Style'? In what year did Psy marry his girlfriend Yoo Hye-yeon? Who featured...
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The Eagles are the bestselling, and arguably the tightest-lipped, American group ever. Now band member and guitarist Don Felder finally breaks the Eagles' years of public silence to take fans behind the scenes. He shares every part of the band's wild ride, from the pressure-packed recording studios and trashed hotel rooms to the tension-filled courtrooms, and from the joy of writing powerful new songs to the magic of performing in huge arenas packed...
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Are you a fan of Rita Ora? Have you followed her rise to fame from the release of her debut album through to becoming a coach on the UK TV show The Voice? Whether you are already familiar with the charismatic singer from London, or would like to find out more, you won't want to be without The Rita Ora Quiz Book. What character did Rita play in the 2015 film Fifty Shades of Grey? Who directed the music video for Rita's single 'How We Do (Party)'? How...
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The Byrds – My Way By James "Jimmi" Seiter Description The Byrds – My Way (Volume 4) is a first-hand description of the inner workings of the Byrds and Burrito Brothers and other entertainment events: written by James 'Jimmi' Seiter (Road Manager, production manager and much more for many bands and live events). It sets the record and previous assumptions straight as to what was really going on, from detailed personal, first-hand experience. He...
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Are you a fan of Ellie Goulding? Have you followed Ellie's steady rise to fame from the release of her debut album in 2010 to current chart success? Would you like to find out more about the talented singer-songwriter and instrumentalist? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you won't want to be without The Ellie Goulding Quiz Book. Can you name Ellie's second studio album, released in 2012? What BRIT award was Ellie nominated for, and...
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Are you good at doing quiz? Could you take part in TV programs? Are you ready to take the challenge to test you intelligence? How much do you know about Justin Bieber? Here are 200 questions to test your knowledge in the Justin Bieber! How many of them can you answer? Maybe you would learn something from them. Maybe you would discuss the questions with someone next to you (Of course, answers are provided.) Can you answer the following questions: What...
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From tips for evaluating recordings, to lively discussions of bootlegs and piracy, to the history of recording formats, to collectible artists and more, The Music Lover's Guide to Record Collecting covers all the tracks. Designed for anyone who collects records for pleasure or profit, at garage sales or on eBay, this guide is both informative and entertaining. If offers a wealth of detail and informed opinion - unique in a field dominated by stodgy...
17) Camino Soria
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Edi Clavo, batería de Gabinete Caligari, uno de los grupos fundamentales del pop español de todos los tiempos, revive la gestación, grabación, diseño de portada, promoción y gira de su álbum más celebrado, "Camino Soria", de 1987, que vendió más de trescientas mil copias, todo un hito para un grupo de música que nació en las profundidades del underground.
La precisa y documentada voz de Clavo logra trasladarnos de manera vívida, intensa...
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In the years since their first release, Belle and Sebastian have grown from a secretive cult concern into one of the most beloved and revered pop'n'roll bands in the world. Intelligent and sensitive, witty and original, beautiful and bold, their music inspires the kind of devotion not seen since The Smiths. Their continuing desire to push the boundaries of their vision has resulted in some of the most essential and idiosyncratic records of recent...
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The first definitive biography of music legend Stevie Wonder.
Stevie Wonder's achievements as a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer are extraordinary. During a career that has spanned almost fifty years, he has earned more than thirty Top 10 hits, twenty-six Grammy Awards, and a place in both the Rock and Roll and Songwriter Halls of Fame, and he's not finished yet. On the verge of turning sixty, he is still composing, still touring,...
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Are you a fan of 5 Seconds of Summer? Can you name all the band members? Have you followed the success of the Australian band from the early days through to supporting One Direction on tour and releasing their debut album? If you think you know all about the boys from down under, there is no better way to test your knowledge than with this fun quiz book. What was 5 Seconds of Summer originally going to be called? What record label produced the band's...
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