Routledge Beyond Subculture - Pop, Youth and Identity Book

Beyond Subculture offers a fresh perspective on the study of youth culture and popular music. In this work, Rupa Huq re-examines the connection between music and subcultures, questioning if pop music remains an automatic metaphor for youth in an ageing world. This book explores how global youth cultures are shaped by musical movements in a postcolonial context. Through detailed case studies and first-hand interviews with producers and consumers, including Noel Gallagher and Talvin Singh, the text looks at diverse genres such as hip-hop, electronic dance music, and bhangra. As terms like 'Generation X' lose their relevance, this book provides students with the tools to redefine their understanding of identity and music. It is an essential resource for those studying the social impact of music and the changing landscape of global youth identity.