Routledge - Rocking The State: Rock Music And Politics

Explore the deep connection between music and political movements in Eastern Europe and Russia with this insightful book from Routledge. While many readers may only know a few famous groups, this text provides a much broader look at the musical landscape of the region. Learn about the history and impact of influential artists who have reached Western audiences, such as Laibach from Slovenia, Borghesia, and Pankow from the GDR. The book also examines the work of Gorky Park from the USSR and other significant figures like Boris Grebenshikov, Aquarium, and Sergei Kuryokhin. By studying groups like Goran Bregovic, White Button, and the Plastic People of the Universe from Czechoslovakia, you gain a better understanding of how rock music functioned within different political structures. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of music, political science, or the cultural evolution of Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union.