The Art of Rock and Roll
Author | : Charles T. Brown |
Publisher | : Prentice Hall |
Total Pages | : 364 |
Release | : 1992 |
ISBN-10 | : STANFORD:36105008682903 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This book analyzes compositions using an easy chart style that shows the evolution of rock from 1949-1990. The author discusses the basic historical and cultural changes in each decade from the 50's through the 80's, and offers a representative selection of listening assignments in each chapter to reinforce the topics covered. Coverage includes: elements of rock, sources of rock, early rock-pre Bill Haley, Elvis Presley and Memphis rockabilly, soul/motown, the Beatles, jazz-rock, funk and disco, heavy metal, punk, new wave, and alternative music. Additional third edition highlights: expands the coverage of heavy metal to include thrash, speed, and death metal styles; includes coverage of rap, MTV, and dance music.