Now in its fifth edition, this popular A-Z student reference book
provides a comprehensive survey of key ideas and concepts in popular
music culture, examining the social and cultural aspects of popular
music.
Fully revised with extended coverage of the music industries,
sociological concepts and additional references to reading, listening
and viewing throughout, the new edition expands on the foundations of
popular music culture, tracing the impact of digital technology and
changes in the way in which music is created, manufactured, marketed and
consumed. The concept of metagenres remains a central part of the book:
these are historically, socially, and geographically situated umbrella
musical categories, each embracing a wide range of associated genres and
subgenres. New or expanded entries include: Charts, Digital music
culture, Country music, Education, Ethnicity, Race, Gender, Grime,
Heritage, History, Indie, Synth pop, Policy, Punk rock and Streaming.
Popular Music Culture: The Key Concepts is an essential reference tool
for students studying the social and cultural dimensions of popular
music.