Alon Shulman
Second Summer of Love: How Dance Music Took Over the World
Second Summer of Love: How Dance Music Took Over the World
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The Second Summer of Love is a book that explores the birth and rise of Acid House, dance music, and club culture in the UK during the summers of 1988 and 1989. It is based on exclusive contributions from the world's biggest DJs and includes stunning unseen photographs. The book recounts the politics, people, music, drugs, fashion, and culture of the underground scene and how it inadvertently altered the course of modern global youth culture forever.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2021
Publisher: John Blake Publishing Ltd
The Second Summer of Love is a captivating and comprehensive exploration of dance music and club culture, offering a definitive perspective on this vibrant and influential cultural movement. Written by author and dance music promoter Alon Shulman, this book delves into the story of the summers of 1988 and 1989, charting the birth and rise of Acid House, dance music, and club culture. Through exclusive contributions from some of the world's biggest DJs, including Paul Oakenfold, Carl Cox, Fatboy Slim, Moby, Faithless, Mr. C, Farley & Heller, Danny Rampling, and many others, Shulman faithfully recreates the events and atmosphere of this pivotal period.
The book provides a rich and detailed account of the politics, people, music, drugs, fashion, and culture that shaped the underground scene during this time. It sheds light on the tribal battle between the youth and the establishment, as well as the impact of Ecstasy and acid house music on British shores. The Second Summer of Love offers a unique and authentic perspective, as it is told by those who were there, bringing to life the creation of an underground scene that inadvertently altered the course of modern global youth culture forever.
The book is accompanied by stunning unseen photographs that capture the essence of the era, adding to the immersive experience of reading. Whether you are a dance music enthusiast, a cultural historian, or simply someone interested in the evolution of popular culture, The Second Summer of Love is a must-read. It provides a comprehensive and engaging exploration of a pivotal period in history, offering a glimpse into the origins and impact of dance music and club culture on our world today.
Weight: 292g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789460889
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