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“This is an irresistible book that will spark a thousand arguments—and that's just on the day it's published. I'm already making my list. I haven't had so much fun with a work of criticism in years.”— Greil Marcus, author of The History of Rock ‘n’ Roll in Ten Songs Fifty years ago...

Pop music didn't begin with the Beatles in 1963, or with Elvis in 1956, or even with the first seven-inch singles in 1949. There was a pre-history that went back to the first recorded music, right back to the turn of the 20th century . . . Let's Do It is the first book to tell the definitive story of the birth of pop, from the invention of the 78 rpm record at the end of the 19th century to the beginnings of rock and the modern pop age.

La historia de Queen no es solo una de las gestas más fascinantes y sorprendentes del rock: es, sobre todo, una historia de amistad y riesgo. En la Inglaterra de los años 70, cuatro muchachos se aferraron a una intuición común y transformaron cada ensayo en el prólogo de una revolución. Esa voluntad y la unión fraterna los llevaron a cambiar el rumbo de la cultura popular con canciones inmensas, hallazgos sonoros y álbumes fundamentales.

'This is the greatest rock and roll book ever written' GUY GARVEY, Elbow 'A brilliant storyteller, Clint has been there to see it all first-hand' TIM BURGESS, The Charlatans 'Clint writes like he speaks and plays; as one who knows' JOHNNY MARR, The Smiths 'Clint knows it all, has done it all'...

This definitive work on the occult's "great beast" traces the arc of his controversial life and influence on rock-and-roll giants, from the Rolling Stones to Led Zeppelin to Black Sabbath. When Aleister Crowley died in 1947, he was not an obvious contender for the most enduring pop-culture...

'A whistle-stop tour de force with an expert guide . . . Pure fire.' Symeon Brown 'A smorgasbord of fascinating cameos . . . [Bardowell's] paid his dues, people, and now it's time to enjoy the fruits of what he's witnessed.' John Masouri, Echoes Magazine Dancehall isn't just music. It's a...

'A thoroughly enjoyable cultural history, captures the excitement and daring of a music that changed the world for good' Spectator 'A timely, heartfelt and richly rewarding book' Classic Rock 'A fascinating deep dive of a read . . . finally giving Black musicians, who played pivotal roles in the...

Bloomsbury presents Uncharted Territory: What Numbers Tell Us about the Biggest Hit Songs and Ourselves by Chris Dalla Riva , read by John Moraitis. Popular music history collides with data analytics, charts, and numbers in this insightful and surprising look at the greatest hits and musicians...

How a Quartet of American Musicians Outwitted the KGB – The Untold History of a Daring Cold War Spy Mission In 1985, while the United States engaged in a battle of nuclear brinkmanship, four Americans landed in Moscow on a mission to smuggle secret information in and out using music as their...

Track how the hit single evolved from parlor sheet music to algorithmic streaming dominance in this pop culture history. Perfect for your daily commute or a nostalgic road trip, this energetic exploration reveals the hidden machinery behind your favorite artists. Witness how clever executives...

Uncover the dramatic classical music history of eccentric composers and cultural revolutions that shaped Western art. Whether you are seeking an inspiring commute or winding down with relaxing sounds, this engaging journey brings symphonic genius to life. Step directly into echoing stone...

Dive into immersive music history and discover how a creaky wooden experiment ignited a global cultural revolution. From royal courts to crowded jazz clubs, follow the relentless quest to build a keyboard that could sing, whisper, and roar like the human voice. This captivating journey reveals...

Uncover the sweeping cultural history of sound, tracking our evolution from prehistoric rhythms to digital masterpieces. Whether you are unwinding during a quiet evening or seeking intellectual stimulation on your morning commute, this immersive journey will change how you hear the world...

Journey through human evolution and cultural history to discover how primal noise transformed into musical expression. Perfect for an awe-inspiring commute or a mindful listening session, this captivating exploration reveals why rhythm and melody are wired directly into our brains. Whether you...

Discover how a simple wooden box fueled cultural rebellion and survived the digital revolution to define music history. Whether you need an energetic companion for your morning commute or an inspiring escape for a relaxing weekend, this narrative journey hits every chord. Travel from ancient...

Unlock the over-the-top drama of live theater with a witty audiobook that demystifies classical music history. Whether unwinding on a Sunday afternoon or seeking high-energy entertainment for your morning commute, this lively journey transforms an intimidating museum piece into a welcoming...

Experience the thrilling music history of the acoustic and electric instrument that sparked global cultural rebellions. Perfect for an inspiring morning commute, this energetic audio journey sweeps from ancient plucked strings to the roaring digital amplifiers of modern global pop. Whether you...

Trace the explosive music history of rebellion and pop culture that shattered boundaries and redefined the world. Whether you are fueling up for an energetic daily commute or hitting the highway on a nostalgic road trip, this fast-moving audio journey transports you straight to the heart of the...

Trace the soulful origins of music history from southern cotton fields to the gritty pulse of global pop. Perfect for your morning commute or a reflective evening listen, this immersive journey explores the raw resilience of Black Americans who turned profound sorrow into a cultural revolution...

Trace the majestic evolution of classical music history as humble court ensembles transform into global symphonies. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive journey transports you from echoing European churches to the dazzling acoustics of modern concert halls. Whether you are seeking a...