Alan Light je uznávaný hudební novinář, jehož tvorba se ponořila hluboko do historie a dopadu zásadních hudebních děl. Své rozsáhlé znalosti a analytický přístup uplatňuje při zkoumání složitých příběhů, které stojí za ikonickými písněmi a alby. Lightův styl nabízí čtenářům fascinující vhled do tvůrčího procesu a kulturního významu hudby, což z něj činí ceněného vypravěče hudebních legend.
Dlouho předtím, než se roku 1984 objevila píseň „Hallelujah“ na albu „Various Positions“, Leonard Cohen tápal, trápil se a přepisoval bezmála osmdesát veršů této skladby. Když byla konečně vydána, nedostalo se jí téměř žádné pozornosti. Dnes je jednou z nejoblíbenějších a nejhranějších písní v... číst celé
The biography offers a unique glimpse into Johnny Cash's life through a rich collection of never-before-seen personal photographs and memorabilia from the Cash family. It chronicles his journey, highlighting significant moments and personal insights that shaped his music and legacy. This illustrated narrative not only celebrates Cash's artistic contributions but also provides an intimate look at the man behind the legend, making it a compelling read for fans and newcomers alike.
Vibe, the voice of the hip hop generation, presents the essence of hip hop. Music, fashion, dance, graffiti, movies, videos, and business - it's all in this brilliant tale of a cultural revolution that spans race and gender, language and nationality. The definitive history of an underdocumented music genre, 'The Vibe History of Hip Hop' tells the full story of this grassroots cultural movement, from its origins on the streets of the Bronx to its explosion as an international phenomenon. Illustrated with almost 200 photos, and accompanied by comprehensive discographies, this book is a vivid review of the hip hop world through the eyes and ears of more than 50 of the finest music writers and cultural critics at work today, including Danyel Smith, Greg Tate, Anthony De Curtis, dream hampton, Neil Strauss, and Bonz Malone.
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Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley, and the Unlikely Ascent of Hallelujah
Focusing on the creation and enduring legacy of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah," this account explores its transformation from a little-known song to a widely beloved classic. The book features new material to coincide with a documentary about Cohen, highlighting the song's impact on music and culture. Alan Light offers insight into the song's making, its remakes, and the reasons behind its remarkable popularity, making it a compelling read for fans and music enthusiasts alike.
The Holy or the Broken is the fascinating account of one of the most-performed rock songs in history, Leonard Cohen's heartrending Hallelujah.
For the first time, rock music icon Gregg Allman, one of the founding members of The Allman Brothers Band, tells the full story of his life and career in My Cross to Bear.
Her willingness to speak her mind shines out of every page The Times
