Routledge Community Custodians of Popular Music's Past Book

Explore the world of DIY music preservation with Community Custodians of Popular Music's Past: A DIY Approach to Heritage. Published by Routledge, this research book examines how volunteers manage community archives, museums, and halls of fame across the globe. It looks at the methods used for the collection, preservation, and display of popular music heritage outside of official institutions. This study reveals how enthusiasts assemble around shared goals to maintain ownership over the material histories of music culture. By looking at these DIY institutions, the text explains the social networks and shared connections that drive people to protect the legacies of popular music. It is an essential read for those interested in how community-led efforts shape our understanding of musical history.