Cassette Culture

Name: Cassette Culture
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SKU: 9783716518489
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The Past and Present of a Musical Icon

By John Z. Komurki

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Cassette Culture by John Z. Komurki explores how the cassette tape sparked a global audio revolution, empowering DIY musicians and underground scenes. The book delves into the historical and cultural impact of cassettes, highlighting their role in transforming music accessibility and shaping social movements. Through vivid stories and illustrations, it uncovers the enduring legacy of this seemingly simple technology.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intersection of technology and culture and have an interest in the evolution of sound recording mediums. Delving into the innovative and independent spirit of cassette tapes, it explores how they revolutionised the way people shared and consumed music, making it perfect for those interested in historical shifts in music consumption and cultural dynamics.

Cassette Culture

The ultimatie guide to the "tapenaissance", covering every aspect of the movement.

The ultimate guide to the current "tapenaissance".

Description

From videos by Frank Ocean to the Guardians of the Galaxy movie, tapes have become increasingly prominent in cinema, advertising, and, of course, the music industry. As tape sales in the US grew by 74% last year, there is no doubt that it is time to address the past, present, and future of the Compact Cassette as an icon of popular culture.

New generations of individuals, record labels, and DIY communities are rediscovering its unique characteristics and adapting them to a contemporary context. In the age of soulless MP3s and digital formats, there is a real appreciation for the physical qualities of an item that can be collected, exchanged, and individually designed.

This volume covers themes such as recording and design, and distro as a distribution source, includes interviews, and provides a step-by-step manual for conducting one's own tape experiments.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9783716518489

Publisher: Benteli Verlag

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 June 2019

Country: Switzerland

Imprint: Benteli Verlag

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 400g

Pages: 160

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About the Author

John Z. Komurki, currently living in Berlin, writes about analog technology and print cultures. His books have been published in several languages. He was founding editor of Mexico City Lit, and editor of the Berlin Quarterly. Current projects include the history of the mimeograph and the study of contemporary print practices.