1001 Albums 2011: You Must Hear Before You Die (1001 Must Before You Die)

by RobertDimery (Editor), Cassell Illustrated (Author)

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2011
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Now newly revised, this fascinating book is the ultimate critical guide to history's greatest albums, spanning more than 50 years of outstanding music across all genres, from the genesis of 1950s rock 'n' roll to the technological and electronic innovations of the 2000s. With inside knowledge and incisive criticism from 90 internationally acclaimed music journalists, this updated edition provides an indispensable companion to the music itself. Illustrated with more than 900 iconic images of album covers, bands and artists, 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die is a must-have for the musically inspired.

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Now newly revised, this fascinating book is the ultimate critical guide to history's greatest albums, spanning more than 50 years of outstanding music across all genres, from the genesis of 1950s rock 'n' roll to the technological and electronic innovations of the 2000s. With inside knowledge and incisive criticism from 90 internationally acclaimed music journalists, this updated edition provides an indispensable companion to the music itself. Illustrated with more than 900 iconic images of album covers, bands and artists, 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die is a must-have for the musically inspired.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 960
Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
Published: 05 Sep 2011
ISBN 10: 1844036995
ISBN 13: 9781844036998
Book Overview: Packed with insights into why each album is significant, the key tracks, the circumstances of its creation, the critical reception in its day, and why it stands the test of time. Updated with even more fascinating anecdotes about music from the 1950s to the present day. Written by top music journalists from the US and the UK, this book is another addition to the hugely popular 1001 Series.

Author Bio

Robert Dimery is a freelance writer and editor who has worked on Tony Wilson's 24 Hour Party People, Pump Up the Volume: A History of House, Breaking Into Heaven: The Rise and Fall of the Stone Roses, and 1001 Songs You Must Hear Before You Die, as well as a wide range of other popular music publications. He has also worked for a variety of magazines, including Time Out London and Vogue. Michael Lydon has been writing about pop music since the 1960s and was a Founding Editor of Rolling Stone. He has written profiles on Lennon and McCartney and has been on tour with the Rolling Stones, B.B. King, and Johnny Cash. His books include Rock Folk, Boogie Lightning and the definitive biography of Ray Charles: Man and Music. He lives in New York City.