The 100 Greatest Cover Versions by Robert Webb
The 100 greatest cover versions of some of the greatest songs ever written. Cover versions are an interesting concept, as it shows a song in a different light and may cause the song to gain a new audience through this experimental recording process. Each of the 100 tracks has the artist which covered the song and the name of the artist who wrote, or performed, the song originally. Through an engaging web of stories detailing the background of each track, how artists came to cover them and how sometimes these cover versions become more popular than the original. The book has surprises for the new and old music fans which may be surprised to find that their favourite artist, or groups, most famous single was a cover version. In the age of digital downloading, where music fans download single tracks rather than an artists entire album, the playlist is becoming the means for music fans of putting together a personal compilation album of their favourite songs.This 'digital mix-tape' is a principle feature of the main media players such as iTunes and Spotify and this book aims to guide listeners through large and often bewildering back catalogues of the major artists catalogues - as well as key genres in popular music - by suggesting key tracks which can form a thorough playlist for your computer or MP3 player.
“If you enjoy knowing more about the journey and reincarnation of some of pop's greatest songs, then you'll love this little gemEach entry is self-contained, and is no more than two pages long, so it's great to pick up and read when you've only got a few moments to spare. The detail is very impressive, and it's written with real style.”
Robert Webb combines a career in journalism with editing work for publishers. He has contributed music features, columns and interviews to The Independent, Mojo, Time Out and BBC Radio, amongst others. He has also edited several books on music. He is the co-author (with Nigel Williamson) of The Rough Guide to the Best Music You've Never Heard (Penguin).
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| ISBN 13 | 9780857160195 |
| ISBN 10 | 0857160192 |
| Title | The 100 Greatest Cover Versions |
| Author | Robert Webb |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | McNidder & Grace |
| Year published | 2012-11-01 |
| Number of pages | 196 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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