The Bloomsbury Handbook of Popular Music, Space and Place

This collection of essays explores the relationship between place and music, drawing from sociology, geography, ethnomusicology, media, cultural, and communication studies. It covers topics such as technology, social difference, musical tourism, city branding, and urban mythologies, highlighting the diverse and complex ways in which music and place are mutually constitutive.

Format: Hardback
Length: 408 pages
Publication date: 10 February 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

The relationship between place and music has long captivated the attention of popular music scholars. This comprehensive collection brings together a diverse array of esteemed scholars to introduce readers to the concepts and theories employed in exploring the intricate connections between place and music. Spanning multiple disciplines, including sociology, geography, ethnomusicology, media, cultural, and communication studies, this interdisciplinary volume offers a broad spectrum of topics relevant to the creation and consumption of place in popular music. By examining the transformative effects of technology and the media landscape on the experience of popular music, including vinyl, iPods, social media, and more, the book delves into the role of social difference in shaping sociomusical encounters. It also explores the construction and representations of place, such as musical tourism, city branding, and urban mythologies.

The contributors to this volume examine a diverse range of contexts, traversing from the studio to the stage, the city to the suburb, the bedroom to festival, from nightclub to museum. Each entry highlights the multifaceted and complex ways in which music and place are mutually constitutive, showcasing the rich tapestry of musical expressions that emerge from different geographical locations and cultural backgrounds.

Through their insightful contributions, the scholars in this collection shed light on the profound ways in which place and music intertwine, shaping our understanding of music, culture, and society. This book serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and enthusiasts alike, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the central discussions surrounding place and music in the contemporary world.

Weight: 925g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501336287