Fast becoming a classic music reference, this comprehensive and easy-to-use guide to 23,000-plus top recordings in 22 categories produced by more than 6,000 artists and groups. Arranged by genre, this guide covers classical, jazz, country, blues, pop, rock, folk, world beat, children's music, and more. 40 charts.
The Experts' Guide to the Best Jazz Recordings - 2nd Edition
The definitive reference on jazz recordings and performers, All Music Guide to Jazz is designed for devoted fans and newcomers alike, identifying thousands of topnotch CDs, albums, and tapes in all jazz styles. Alphabetized biographical profiles introduce readers to 1,300 jazz artists and their key recordings selected and reviewed by top critics. 30 charts.
A voluminous and entertaining guide features complete album discographies--including "bootleg" recordings, out-of-print records, and imports--for artists in all varieties of rock music, along with profiles of performers, record reviews, and more. Original. 20,000 first printing. IP.
Profiles of the lives and works of 1,150 key jazz artists, reviewing and rating each one's best CDs, albums, and tapes.