The Bloomsbury Handbook of Popular Music, Space and Place

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Explore the intricate relationship between popular music and place with "The Bloomsbury Handbook of Popular Music, Space and Place." This interdisciplinary collection features leading scholars examining how music shapes and is shaped by physical and social environments. Discover key concepts and theories used to analyze music and place across various contexts, from studios to festivals, cities to bedrooms. The book delves into the evolution of music consumption through changing technologies like vinyl, iPods, and social media. It also addresses the impact of social differences on musical experiences, including queer, gendered, and racialized spaces. Furthermore, it investigates the construction and representation of place through musical tourism, city branding, and urban mythologies. This up-to-the-moment overview is essential for understanding central discussions about music and place. It draws from sociology, geography, ethnomusicology, media, cultural, and communication studies. Product Summary: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc The Bloomsbury Handbook of Popular Music, Space and Place, Hardcover, First edition, 408 pages, English, Geoff Stahl (Anthology Editor), J. Mark Percival (Anthology Editor), ISBN: 9781501336287.