{"title":"Albert Murray","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlbert Murray\u003c\/strong\u003e offers profound explorations into the heartbeat of American culture, particularly through the lens of music and its broader social implications. His works delve into the intricacies of jazz, blues, and the transformative power of art, making them essential reading for those intrigued by the intersection of creativity and cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a compelling blend of sharp cultural criticism and lyrical prose that celebrates the resilience and richness of artistic expression. Murray’s writing invites reflection on how the arts shape identity and community, enriching any collection devoted to \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"stomping-the-blues-by-albert-murray-9781517903923","title":"Stomping the Blues","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this classic work of American music writing, renowned critic Albert Murray argues beautifully and authoritatively that \"the blues as such are synonymous with low spirits. Not only is its express purpose to make people feel good, which is to say in high spirits, but in the process of doing so it is actually expected to generate a disposition that is both elegantly playful and heroic in its nonchalance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eStomping the Blues\u003c\/i\u003e, Murray explores its history, influences, development, and meaning as only he can. More than two hundred vintage photographs capture the ambiance Murray evokes in lyrical prose. Only the sounds are missing from this lyrical, sensual tribute to the blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47598601011436,"sku":"9781517903923","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3a28981da04343db627c66021b2b480a.jpg?v=1778025779"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/albert-murray.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}