Electric Muse Revisited: The Story of Folk into Rock and Beyond

In the 1960s and 1970s, folk music underwent a period of change and innovation, with rock musicians borrowing from traditional songs and folk musicians re-working ancient ballads using electric guitars and drum kits. The critically acclaimed Electric Muse chronicled the story of the folk movement, from roots to revival, and this edition brings the narrative up to date with new chapters on the eras of Eliza Carthy, Billy Bragg, June Tabor, Bellowhead, Sam Lee, and Stick In The Wheel.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 256 pages
\n Publication date: 27 May 2021
\n Publisher: Omnibus Press
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Folk music has a rich and storied history, with its roots dating back centuries. However, it was during the 1960s and 1970s that the genre experienced an extraordinary period of change and innovation. Rock musicians began to borrow elements from traditional folk songs, while folk musicians themselves re-worked ancient ballads using electric guitars and drum kits. This fusion of old and contemporary created a powerful new style known as folk-rock, which was exemplified by artists such as Bob Dylan, Fairport Convention, Richard Thompson, and Steeleye Span.

Since then, the world of folk music has continued to evolve and experiment, with new and innovative fusions emerging all the time. These fusions have encompassed a wide range of genres, from rap to electronica, and have pushed the boundaries of what is possible in the genre. One notable example of this is the critically acclaimed Electric Muse, which was first published in 1975 at the height of the folk-rock boom. The book chronicled the story of the folk movement, from its roots in the 19th century to its revival in the 20th century.

In this revised edition, published in 2023, the book has been updated with new chapters on the eras of Eliza Carthy, Billy Bragg, June Tabor, Bellowhead, Sam Lee, Stick In The Wheel, and many others. The book also features new interviews and photographs, bringing the fascinating narrative up to date.

To accompany the new edition of Electric Muse, a new album set of the same title has also been released on Good Deeds Music. The album features a selection of classic folk-rock songs, as well as new interpretations of these timeless classics, performed by a range of talented artists.

Overall, the evolution of folk music over the past 50 years has been nothing short of remarkable, and it shows no signs of slowing down. With new and innovative fusions continuing to emerge, the future of folk music is bright and exciting, and it will undoubtedly continue to inspire and captivate audiences for years to come.

\n Weight: 556g\n
Dimension: 157 x 234 x 28 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781913172084\n \n