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"Explains the business behind live musical performances, from small coffee shop gigs to over-the-top arena spectaculars. Explains what it's like to be on tour, how managers book gigs, and how roadies help set up shows. Case studies highlight the Rolling Stones long touring career, Michael Eavis's charity festivals, media giant Live Nation, and the mega-tour of U2"--
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"Describes the history of popular music genres, starting with the rock-and-roll movement of the 1950s. Explains how genres have been created based on social and cultural events through recent history. Case studies highlight how world events and technology influenced artists that led new genres of music"--Provided by publisher.
10) EDM
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Electronic dance music, or EDM, is the newest major music genre, having only become widely popular in the last decade or two. With a repetitive beat and catchy hooks, EDM is meant to get people dancing at nightclubs and festivals. And that is exactly what it does. EDM discusses what todays musicians are doing, how they attract a following, and what they are saying through their music.
12) Country music
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While country music has deep roots in American culture, new country sounds by artists like Kasey Musgraves and Kane Brown are appealing to an increasingly diverse group of listeners. Country Music discusses what today's musicians are doing, how they attract a following, and what they are saying through their music.