{"title":"Lisa Whittington-Hill","description":"\u003cp\u003eLisa Whittington-Hill's works delve into the vibrant world of arts and culture, capturing the spirit and history of iconic figures and movements. Her writing combines meticulous research with engaging storytelling, bringing to life the stories behind some of the most influential moments in popular culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect insightful narratives that explore the creative energies and cultural impact of her subjects, offering both celebration and critical reflection. Her books are perfect for those interested in the intersections of music, art, and cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-go-gos-beauty-and-the-beat-by-lisa-whittington-hill-9781501390289","title":"The Go-Go's Beauty and the Beat","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Go-Go’s debut album \u003ci\u003eBeauty and the Beat\u003c\/i\u003e was released on 8 July 1981. The album spent six weeks in the number one spot on the Billboard charts, produced two hit singles, and sold more than two million copies, making it one of the most successful debut albums of all time. \u003ci\u003eBeauty and the Beat\u003c\/i\u003e made the Go-Go’s the first, and to date, only female band to have a number one album that not only wrote their own songs but also played their own instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeauty and the Beat\u003c\/i\u003e is a ground-breaking album, but the Go-Go’s are often overlooked when we talk about influential female musicians. The Go-Go’s were a feminist band and \u003ci\u003eBeauty and the Beat\u003c\/i\u003e a call to arms that inspired generations of women. The band embraced the DIY spirit of Riot Grrrl before there was a Bikini Kill or a Bratmobile. Girls making music on their own terms didn’t start with Courtney Love or Beyoncé or Billie Eilish; it started with the Go-Go’s. It started with \u003ci\u003eBeauty and the Beat\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile they may have controlled their music, the Go-Go’s couldn’t control the misogyny of the music industry, media, and fans. The sexist and tired stereotypes the Go-Go’s experienced 40 years ago still exist today. The legacy of \u003ci\u003eBeauty and the Beat\u003c\/i\u003e is both a celebration of how the record inspired countless girls to make art and music on their own terms, but also a painful reminder of how little has changed in how female musicians are marketed, manipulated, and discarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47455766741228,"sku":"9781501390289","price":21.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/71xshZQw_tL._SL1500.jpg?v=1774797653"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lisa-whittington-hill.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}