Boom Times for the End of the World

Scott Timberg was a passionate advocate for artists, particularly those facing economic challenges. His twenty-six reflections in this book provide a valuable window into cultural shifts that have upended creative traditions and expectations, covering West Coast jazz, Gustavo Dudamel's LA Philharmonic, Ray Bradbury and John Rechy's fiction, Spike Jonze and Christopher Nolan's early films, Los Bros Hernandez and Adrian Tomine's comics, and many more. Timberg had a knack for "finding the best in the cultural scene on the dream coast," and this volume showcases his endless curiosity and love for California, particularly Los Angeles.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 04 May 2023
Publisher: Heyday Books

A lavish feast at the forefront of the arts, deeply rooted in California's vibrant cultural stew, crafted by one of America's most esteemed critics, tragically passing away in 2019.

A fitting farewell from a luminary in Los Angeles cultural journalism, a testament to Timberg's profound passion for both the city and the craft.

Timberg, a devoted lover of Los Angeles and the realm of cultural journalism, stood as one of the foremost chroniclers of the city's ever-evolving tapestry. In his remarkable work, Boom Times, he pays homage to a prodigious talent while also offering a poignant farewell to a lost soul.

Scott Timberg approached artists with unwavering earnestness and relentless dedication, enveloping them in empathy and persistence. He emerged as a vocal and widely admired champion for working artists, raising awareness about the escalating economic challenges that have plagued creative workers in the twenty-first century.

This collection of twenty-six reflections serves as a valuable window into the myriad cultural shifts that have reshaped the nation's artistic traditions and expectations. It encompasses a wide range of topics, from the vibrant West Coast jazz scene to Gustavo Dudamel's captivating LA Philharmonic performances, the captivating fiction of Ray Bradbury and John Rechy, the pioneering films of Spike Jonze and Christopher Nolan, the poignant comics of Los Bros Hernandez and Adrian Tomine, and countless other musicians, novelists, filmmakers, architects, and impresarios. Timberg possessed a remarkable knack for "unearthing the finest in the cultural scene on the dream coast," as Ted Gioia aptly observes in his introduction.

Boom Times is an indispensable volume that showcases Timberg's boundless curiosity, as well as his deep affection and reverence for California, particularly the enigmatic and complex metropolis of Los Angeles. It serves as a testament to his unwavering dedication to the pursuit of cultural excellence and his unwavering commitment to the city that had ignited his passion.

Dimension: 215 x 139 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781597145985