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Routledge Sgt. Pepper and the Beatles Music History Book

Name: Routledge Sgt. Pepper and the Beatles Music History Book
Brand: Routledge
Price: 131.87 GBP
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Explore the legacy of the first concept album in popular music history with Sgt. Pepper and the Beatles: It Was Forty Years Ago Today. Part of the Ashgate Popular and Folk Music Series, this book commemorates the fortieth anniversary of the masterpiece of British psychedelia that defined the Summer of Love. This work provides a deep look into the album that gave rise to new hopes for progress in pop music. By addressing the historical context of the record, the text helps readers put this legendary soundtrack into a clear perspective. It examines the cultural impact of the album and its role as the Hippy Symphony No. 1. Readers can learn about the specific elements that made the album a phenomenon, including the iconic cover art, the songwriting process, and the lyrics. The book also looks at the formal unity of the work and how non-European music and art influenced its creation. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of rock and the evolution of musical styles.

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Commemorates the fortieth anniversary of the famous Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album.

Analyzes the reception of the record by rock critics and fellow musicians.

Examines the songwriting, lyrics, and formal unity of this landmark concept album.

Investigates the influence of non-European music and art on the British psychedelia sound.

Provides historical perspective on the soundtrack of the Summer of Love.

Part of the respected Ashgate Popular and Folk Music Series published by Routledge.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0754662497
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music > Styles > Rock
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 21 August 2008
Listed Since: 30 January 2008

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