Writing for the Village Voice since 1973, Giddins has attracted a following that includes not only jazz enthusiasts but also pop music fans. This collection brings together thirty of his best articles. Many concern the temptations of commercialism and the compromises some artists have made -- from Sinatra singing songs unworthy of his talent to Sonny Rollins evolving different personalities for concerts and the recording studio.
Read More
Writing for the Village Voice since 1973, Giddins has attracted a following that includes not only jazz enthusiasts but also pop music fans. This collection brings together thirty of his best articles. Many concern the temptations of commercialism and the compromises some artists have made -- from Sinatra singing songs unworthy of his talent to Sonny Rollins evolving different personalities for concerts and the recording studio.
Read Less
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
New. "The most imposing figure in jazz writing today" (JazzTimes) on artists from Duke Ellington to Elvis Presley to Irving Berlin--all with that pervasive "blue note" of jazz in common. Num Pages: 336 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AVGP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 216 x 21. Weight in Grams: 460. 2000. Paperback.....We ship daily from our Bookshop.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 336 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 336 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fair. There is some crinkling to some of the pages possibly from water. We flipped through this book and didn't notice any notes or underlines. The cover has visible markings and wear. Fast Shipping-Each order powers our free bookstore in Chicago and sending books to Africa!