"Singles" is a richly-illustrated, entertaining and informative chronological history of over 50 years of the pop music single. As influential and popular hits are profiled, so themes emerge that run through the book, to be picked up again in subsequent years. So, uniquely, "Singles" puts the spotlight on individual hits and the bigger picture, offering a fresh look at the history of popular music, from a unique perspective. It also features: profiles of some of the unsung heroes behind great singles, from Leiber and ...
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"Singles" is a richly-illustrated, entertaining and informative chronological history of over 50 years of the pop music single. As influential and popular hits are profiled, so themes emerge that run through the book, to be picked up again in subsequent years. So, uniquely, "Singles" puts the spotlight on individual hits and the bigger picture, offering a fresh look at the history of popular music, from a unique perspective. It also features: profiles of some of the unsung heroes behind great singles, from Leiber and Stoller, authors of "Jailhouse Rock" and countless other classics, to the Neptunes, producers of recent mega-hits for Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and others. It takes a look at the impact of radio and television on the life of the single, alongside portraits of memorable characters and programming from both industries, including Alan Freed, "American Bandstand" host Dick Clark, and the influential British disc jockey John Peel. It presents a brief history of the various formats and delivery systems associated with the single, and offers a look at the evolution of the charts system in the U.S.A. and the U.K.
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New. "Singles" is a richly-illustrated, entertaining and informative chronological history of over 50 years of the pop music single. As influential and popular hits are profiled, so themes emerge that run through the book, to be picked up again in subsequent years. So, uniquely, "Singles" puts the spotlight on individual hits and the bigger picture, offering a fresh look at the history of popular music, from a unique perspective. It also features: profiles of some of the unsung heroes behind great singles, from Leiber and Stoller, authors of "Jailhouse Rock" and countless other classics, to the Neptunes, producers of recent mega-hits for Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and others. It takes a look at the impact of radio and television on the life of the single, alongside portraits of memorable characters and programming from both industries, including Alan Freed, "American Bandstand" host Dick Clark, and the influential British disc jockey John Peel. It presents a brief history of the various formats and delivery systems associated with the single, and offers a look at the evolution of the charts system in the U.S.A. and the U.K.
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Fair. This item is in overall acceptable condition. Covers and dust jackets are intact but may have heavy wear including creases, bends, edge wear, curled corners or minor tears as well as stickers or sticker-residue. Pages are intact but may have minor curls, bends or moderate to considerable highlighting/ writing. Binding is intact; however, spine may have heavy wear. Digital codes may not be included and have not been tested to be redeemable and/or active. A well-read copy overall. Please note that all items are donated goods and are in used condition. Orders shipped Monday through Friday! Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Orders shipped Monday through Friday. Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Thank you!
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Good. DUST JACKET HAS SOME MINOR SHELF WEAR BUT BOOK REMAINS IN GOOD READABLE CONDITION. hardcover This item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good readable condition. It may have marks on or in it, and may show other signs of previous use or shelf wear. May have minor creases or signs of wear on dust jacket. Packed with care, shipped promptly.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.
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New. Book is in excellent condition. Dust jacket shows light shelfwear and edgewear. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. Orders received before 3PM PT typically ship same day. All profits support the non-profit community.
