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Color in each page as Melanie Martinez's fictional character Cry Baby takes you on her journey into becoming more comfortable in her skin. Parental Advisory Explicit ContentAuthor: Melanie MartinezISBN-10: 1612436862ISBN-13: 9781612436869Publisher: Ulysses PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/29/2016Pages: 40Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 8.80h x 8.80w x 0.30d

This is Chappell Roan, as the theatrical icon radiating and celebrating queer and creative energy. Uncover the world of Chappell Roan, the genre-defying pop artist and fierce visionary carving her own path in music. This must-have, beautifully illustrated book captures Chappell's extraordinary journey from...

Through exclusive interviews and over a decade of deep research, renowned music journalist Jan Gradvall explores the secrets to ABBA's success. There has never been a group like ABBA. More than half a century after their songs were recorded, ABBA still make people the...

Henry John Deutschendorf Jr. or better known as John Denver was born in Roswell, New Mexico on December 31, 1943. At the age of 12 a gift from his grandmother of a 1910 Gibson guitar sparked an interest in music that would eventually take...

From humble beginnings on JYP's Stray Kids survival show to conquering international stages, Stray Kids have surpassed K-pop fame to become a global sensation. This ultimate fan book delves into their whirlwind rise to stardom, self-produced music, and how they've become empowering role models...

Using a collection of over one thousand popular songs from the war years, as well as around 150 soldiers' songs, John Mullen provides a fascinating insight into the world of popular entertainment during the First World War. He considers the position of songs of...

Author: Jim Kerr, Charlie Burchill, Graeme ThomsonISBN-10: 1408720892ISBN-13: 9781408720899Publisher: Constable & RobinsonLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/03/2026Pages: 352Format: Hardcover

Tame Impala's psychedelic third album Currents (2015) is emblematic of a cultural shift in music production and consumption in the early days of streaming and a project that cemented its creator, Kevin Parker, as one of Australian music's most unlikely success stories and influential...

Since its release in 1976, ABBA's song "Fernando" has been loved by fans around the globe both for its sing-along chorus and its revolutionary spirit. In Fernando, Kay Dickinson takes readers from Sweden and Chile to Australia and Poland, tracing the complicated ways the...

DISCO! Music, Image, Dance takes an interdisciplinary approach to exploring disco's untold stories--sonic, visual, and kinetic--from its popular heyday to its many afterlives. The book attests to disco's irrepressibility in cultural practices from the 1970s to the 2020s, tracing its histories and instantiations as...

DISCO! Music, Image, Dance takes an interdisciplinary approach to exploring disco's untold stories--sonic, visual, and kinetic--from its popular heyday to its many afterlives. The book attests to disco's irrepressibility in cultural practices from the 1970s to the 2020s, tracing its histories and instantiations as...

Author: Brian ArisISBN-10: 078934615XISBN-13: 9780789346155Publisher: Rizzoli UniverseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/17/2026Pages: 288Format: Hardcover

This brand-new gift series ICONIC will be a visual journey through the rise of the newest, biggest stars on the scene in pop music. Exploring 50 iconic moments of each pop star's career: from their humble beginnings to their most memorable looks, these books...

Known for her relatable lyrics, angsty pop-rock sound and fearless Gen-Z attitude, Olivia Rodrigo has quickly become a defining figure of her generation. Brimming with fabulous quotes, must-know facts and bite-sized insights, this stylish little book dives deep into everything that makes Olivia a...

Lady Gaga: Shaping Pop Culture and Beyond by Jasper Ravenwood delves into the life and career of one of the most influential and innovative pop icons of our time. This comprehensive biography covers Lady Gaga's early life and background, her meteoric rise to fame...

Although musical tributes play a significant role within contemporary culture and despite their relative longevity as a form of entertainment, little serious research has been published on the subject. This book makes an important contribution to the understanding of the phenomenon of the tribute...

The complete story of 'Queen Bey' for every Beyoncé superfanBeyoncé is one the greatest artists of all time. Performing since she was a child, she has earned megastar status both as a member of best-selling girl group Destiny's Child and as a solo act.The...

AN ENCHANTED YEAR: Each month features gorgeous photo art representing some of Taylor's most beloved songs. Special details like Taylor's birthday, album release anniversaries, and highlights on the 13th of every month are included for Swifties to celebrate. PERFECT GIFT: Swifties are sure to...

Curating Pop speaks to the rapidly growing interest in the study of popular music exhibitions, which has occurred alongside the increasing number of popular music museums in operation across the world. Focusing on curatorial practices and processes, this book draws on interviews with museum...

Widespread distribution of recorded music via digital networks affects more than just business models and marketing strategies; it also alters the way we understand recordings, scenes and histories of popular music culture. This Is Not a Remix uncovers the analog roots of digital practices...

Music Is My Life is a memoir by Adella Prentiss Hughes, a pioneering music educator and founder of the Cleveland Institute of Music. In this book, Hughes shares her life story, from her childhood in rural Ohio to her travels throughout Europe to study...

Let your imagination run wild with this elegant and beautifully designed colouring book inspired by the the pop powerhouse and queer icon that is Chappell Roan. The ultimate gift package for music lovers and colouring fans the world over, this gorgeous collection of bespoke...

This book examines the creative process of the Bee Gees and the latent elements that shaped their sound. It is a must-read book for music production academics and students, as well as anyone interested in the Bee Gees' creative process. Author: Pat O'GradyISBN-10: 1032412291ISBN-13:...

Unlock the secrets of vocal mastery with Lilli Lehmann's "How to Sing: Meine Gesangskunst," a timeless guide to singing technique. This meticulously prepared edition offers invaluable insights into voice training, suitable for aspiring opera singers, enthusiasts of Lieder, and anyone seeking to improve their...

Step into the witty and whimsical world of Victorian England with "The Complete Plays of William S. Gilbert and Arthur Seymour Sullivan." This comprehensive collection showcases the enduring genius of the Gilbert and Sullivan operettas, a cornerstone of musical theatre. Explore the complete librettos...

Hundreds of never-before-seen photos documenting the making of the greatest video of all time are published in this ultimate tribute to the King of Pop. Fans and music lovers will gain access to exclusive, behind-the-scenes images of the artist, both in high performance mode...

Sean Stroud examines how and why MÃ sica Popular Brasileira (MPB) has come to have such a high status, and why the musical tradition (including MPB) within Brazil has been defended with such vigour for so long. He emphasizes the importance of musical nationalism...

In this expanded, all-new edition, this book argues for the tangible relationship between Jackson and blackface minstrelsy. It reveals the dialogue at minstrelsy's core and, in its broader sense, tracks a centuries-long pattern of racial oppression and its resistance and how that has been...

Through a close analysis of his songs, this book explores the life and music of the song-writer Caetano Veloso, and his involvement with the development of Brazilian Popular Music.Author: Lorraine LeuISBN-10: 0754636550ISBN-13: 9780754636557Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/18/2006Pages: 192Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.99lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.50dReview...

In her long-awaited debut, Debbie Gibson reflects on the lessons she learned in her years as a young pop pioneer and on her hard-earned journey to embrace her authentic self, allowing her to lead the healthy, engaged--and electric!--life she does today. Debbie Gibson was...

This book is intended as a survey history of the American record business as it developed during its first full century. It already existed, just barely, when the century began, and by the start of the twenty-first century, whatever its troubles, it had become...

This book continues to tell the stories behind popular songs in our country's history, serving as a sequel to the bestselling America's Songs: Stories Behind the Songs of Broadway, Hollywood, and Tin Pan Alley. Organized in short easy-to-read essays, this collection provides historical context...

The Legend of Michael Jackson: The King of Pop's Life and Legacy by Tristan Evergreen is a compelling tribute to one of the most influential figures in music history. Michael Jackson, the unparalleled King of Pop, left an indelible mark on the world through...

IN WRITING a book for which there is no precedent (the tistic achievements. But, alas, there has not been such last textbooks about accompanying were written during a genius in the realm of music during the twentieth the age of thorough bass or shortly...

Swifites rejoice! Get pressing and dressing with 12 all-new looks from the queen of the charts and our hearts. Following the success of the first volume, Dress Up Taylor: A New Era features 12 all-new outfits to style your fave pop icon in. From...

Obra lírica completa del cantante, pianista, compositor y escritor australiano Nick Cave -todas sus canciones en edición bilingüe-, de 1978-2019, por primera vez en español. Desde sus primeras canciones hasta sus más aclamados álbumes, he aquí la singladura artística del cantautor. This book is...

Dress up your favorite pop diva with this press and play paper doll book. Featuring 12 H-O-T-T-O-G-O looks - from the all-green Lady Liberty moment at the 2024 Gov Ball, to the jawdropping vintage Jean-Paul Gautier Degas-inspired gown on the Grammy's red carpet -...

The latest instalment in the bestselling All The Songs series, this definitive book reveals the complete story behind every track Beyoncé has ever released. THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF BEYONCÉ'S WORK EVER. THE DEFINITIVE, UNTOLD, RECORDING HISTORY OF BEYONCÉ, TOLD ALBUM-BY-ALBUM AND SONG-BY-SONG. In...

Unlock the secrets of vocal mastery with Lilli Lehmann's "How to Sing: Meine Gesangskunst," a timeless guide to singing technique. This meticulously prepared edition offers invaluable insights into voice training, suitable for aspiring opera singers, enthusiasts of Lieder, and anyone seeking to improve their...

Popular music became an explosive cultural force in the 1960s, ?70s and ?80s.Featuring an exciting array of images and objects connected with some of the era's most influential artists, Retro highlights how musicians and listeners in Canada experimented, challenged the status quo, and sparked...

Buzzing with behind-the-scenes stories, this blast from the past peels back the layers of radio's Top 40 phenomenon: the DJs, fans, singles, jingles, dedications, contests, requests--all the music and lightning-fast "platter chatter that matters". 80 photos.Author: Ben Fong-TorresISBN-10: 0879306645ISBN-13: 9780879306649Publisher: Backbeat BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2001Pages:...

A raw and powerful coming-out story from the beloved American Idol finalist traces David Archuleta's journey from closeted Mormon teen to global pop star to openly queer man, revealing the hidden pressures of fame, the weight of religious expectations, and the courage it takes...

From "Dangerous Woman" to donut shops, high ponytails to heartfelt philanthropy, Ariana Grande Alphabet celebrates everything that makes Ari one-of-a-kind. This A to Z journey dives into the music, moments, and magic that have captured the hearts of fans worldwide.Author: Beck FeinerISBN-10: 1763865223ISBN-13: 9781763865228Publisher:...

African music's most distinctive feature is the urbatextuality that transpires through its diversity and plural functions and the specific geographical, cultural, religious, linguistic, political, economic, and social contexts from which it evolves. This music and its circum-Atlantic offspring are characterized by wisdom, subtlety, resilience,...

(Violin Play-Along). The Violin Play-Along series will help you play your favorite songs quickly and easily. Just follow the printed music, download or stream the online audio to hear how the violin should sound, and then play along using the separate backing tracks. With...

First Published in 2002. A Century of American Popular Music is an annotated index to over 2,000 of the most popular, best remembered, historically important and otherwise influential and interesting popular music, from the landmark publication of Scott Joplin's Maple Leaf Rag to the...

You're not just buying a book. You're claiming your front-row seat to the biggest pop event of 2025."When Lady Gaga shocked fans by announcing The Mayhem Ball-her first full arena tour in years-the world didn't just respond. It erupted. Cities sold out in minutes....

U2 and the Religious Impulse examines indications in U2's music and performances that the band work at conscious and subconscious levels as artists who focus on matters of the spirit, religious traditions, and a life guided by both belief and doubt. U2 is known...

Dive into Michael Jackson's groundbreaking career and discover how he reshaped music, entertainment, and culture over five decades. In fifty years, forty-five of which were spent on stage, Michael Jackson redefined the rules of the music and entertainment industries. The inventor of the music...

'Tom captured the times - the lows and the many highs - and shared them all with us, documenting, encouraging and capturing a real, authentic timeline of fantastic pictures.' This is the inside story of The Charlatans, told through the lens of legendary photographer...