You're History

Name: You're History
Brand: Random House New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781913462314
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The Twelve Strangest Women in Pop

By Lesley Chow

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You're History by Lesley Chow offers a vibrant exploration of pop music's transformative moments, focusing on the overlooked but significant details in songs that make them unforgettable. Chow delves into the unique sounds, lyrics, and performances that have left an indelible mark on the industry, revealing the impact of these musical elements on culture and memory. Through incisive commentary, the book celebrates the artistry and complexity inherent in pop music.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for exploring the intricacies of pop music and its cultural impact. Lesley Chow delves into the stories behind iconic songs and artists, offering insightful analysis and fresh perspectives that will appeal to both music aficionados and those interested in the broader arts and culture scene.

You're History

Raucous, sensual and sublime: how twelve pioneering female artists rewrote the rules of pop.

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Raucous, sensual and sublime – how twelve pioneering female artists rewrote the rules of pop.

From Kate Bush to Nicki Minaj, from Janet Jackson to TLC and Taylor Swift, pop's greatest female pioneers are simply strange – smashing notions of taste and decorum, and replacing them with new ideals of pleasure.

Instead of rehashing biographies, Lesley Chow dives deep into the music of these groundbreaking performers, identifying the ecstatic moments in their songs and finding out what makes them unique.

You're History is a love letter to pop's most singular achievements, celebrating the innovations of women who are still critically underrated. It's a ride that includes tributes to Chaka Khan, Rihanna, Neneh Cherry, Sade, Shakespears Sister, Azealia Banks, and many more...

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

You're History by Lesley Chow has been praised for its joyful and witty exploration of pop music, concentrating on its aesthetic pleasures. Reviewers highlight Chow's fresh perspective, celebrating vocal textures and non-verbal elements often overlooked by critics. The book provides a unique and surprising analysis of pop's female influencers, prompting readers to reconsider their understanding of modern music's landscape.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913462314

Publisher: Watkins Media Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Repeater Books

Edition: New edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 367g

Pages: 162

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Arts & Culture Education & Reference Lesley Chow Non-Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Lesley Chow is an Australian writer on music and film. She is associate editor of the journal Bright Lights and has published widely over the past eighteen years, in Salon, Times Literary Supplement, The Quietus, The Age, Pop Matters, and CNN. She has appeared on numerous film juries including Venice and Berlin, and was President of the Critics' Jury at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2018.