For 125 years, Columbia Records has remained one of the most vibrant and
storied names in prerecorded sound, nurturing the careers of legends
such as Bessie Smith, Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Miles Davis, Bob
Dylan, Johnny Cash, Bruce Springsteen, Beyoncé, and many more. Written
by distinguished historian Sean Wilentz, 360 Sound tells the story of
the label's rich history as it interweaves threads of technical and
social change with the creation of some of the greatest albums ever
made. Featuring over 300 rare and revealing images from the Columbia
archives, this lavishly illustrated celebration is a must-have for any
serious music fan.