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Electric Wizards: A Tapestry of Heavy Music, 1968 to the Present
Electric Wizards: A Tapestry of Heavy Music, 1968 to the Present
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The evolution of heavy music, from The Beatles' "Helter Skelter" to Black Sabbath's "Dark Essence," has flourished into a vibrant modern underground, epitomized by Newcastle's Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs. Electric Wizards explores how each successive phase of heavy music was forged by what came before, outlining a rich and eclectic lineage that extends beyond the usual boundaries of heavy rock or metal.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 17 October 2022
Publisher: Reaktion Books
The evolution of heavy music is a fascinating journey that has seen it begin with The Beatles' iconic "Helter Skelter" and be distilled to its dark essence by Black Sabbath. It has since flourished into a vibrant modern underground, epitomized by Newcastle's Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs. This evolution has been as varied as it is illuminating, ranging from the lysergic blunt trauma of Blue Cheer to the locked grooves of Funkadelic, the aural frightmares of Faust to the tectonic crush of Sleep, alighting on post-punk, industrial, grunge, stoner rock, and numerous other genres along the way.
The journey spans from household names to obscure cult heroes and heroines, showcasing how each successive phase of heavy music was forged by what came before. Electric Wizards' album demonstrates how each successive phase of heavy music was forged by what came before, outlining a rich and eclectic lineage that extends far beyond the usual boundaries of heavy rock or heavy metal. It extols those who did things differently, who introduced something fresh and exciting into this elemental tradition, whether by design, accident, or sheer chance.
In doing so, Electric Wizards weaves an entirely new tapestry of heavy music, one that is both familiar and innovative, and that continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in this genre. It is a testament to the enduring power of heavy music and its ability to evolve and adapt to the changing times.
Weight: 756g
Dimension: 158 x 233 x 43 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789146530
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