Popular Music Culture: The Key Concepts

A new and expanded edition of the popular A-Z Student Reference Book, covering a wide range of topics related to popular music, including UK Grime, Black Lives Matter, streaming, the music industry, and sound studies. It is an essential reference text for all students studying the social and cultural dimensions of popular music, with cross-referencing, further reading, and listening included.

Format: Hardback
Length: 382 pages
Publication date: 23 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

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A comprehensive A-Z student reference book, encompassing a wide range of topics that students will encounter throughout their four-year undergraduate degree. This invaluable resource offers cross-referencing, further reading, and listening suggestions to enhance students' understanding of the social and cultural dimensions of popular music.

The book includes new and expanded entries, such as UK Grime, Black Lives Matter, streaming, the music industries, and sound studies. These entries reflect the evolving landscape of popular music and its impact on society.

Each entry in the book provides a concise and informative overview of the topic, covering key concepts, artists, movements, and historical contexts. The text is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for students at all levels of study.

In addition to its comprehensive coverage, the book also includes practical resources such as websites, playlists, and interviews with industry experts. These resources will help students further explore the topics covered in the book and gain a deeper understanding of the music industries.

Whether you are a music enthusiast, a student studying popular music, or simply interested in learning more about the social and cultural dimensions of music, this A-Z student reference book is an essential resource. It will provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge and help you navigate the complex world of popular music with confidence.

Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367768393
Edition number: 5 ed