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Aesthetics of Pop Music

By Diedrich Diederichsen
Series: Theory Redux
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Aesthetics of Pop Music by Diedrich Diederichsen presents a fresh and original theory of pop music, not simply as a musical form but as a constellation of media channels, social spaces, and behavioural systems. The book argues that pop's attraction lies less in composition and subjectivity than in performance elements such as studio discipline and recorded effects. Combining insights from sociology, cultural and media studies, Diederichsen offers an innovative, interdisciplinary account of pop music's unique logic.
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This book is ideal for readers interested in cultural theory, music criticism, and media studies, particularly those exploring pop music beyond traditional frameworks. It suits students and scholars looking for an interdisciplinary approach to understanding pop culture.

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In this short book, the leading German cultural critic Diedrich Diederichsen puts forward a fresh and original account of pop music. He argues that pop music is not so much a form of music as a constellation of different media channels, social spaces, and behavioural systems, of which music is only a part. Its own logic of attraction is based less on compositions and the expression of subjectivity and more on indexicality, real or pseudo-involuntary effects as recorded by sound technologies, and on studio discipline and staging, and hence on performance.

By elaborating his innovative account of pop music as a constellation, Diederichsen develops a theory that distinguishes itself from sociology, cultural studies, media studies, and ethnography, while at the same time drawing on and encompassing them all.

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Critics praise the book for its rigorous yet playful analysis. Greil Marcus highlights its surprising depth and wit, calling it a study that repeatedly reveals new insights. Michael Bracewell considers Diederichsen a compelling analyst who sheds fresh light on the identities and meanings within pop music. The Journal of the Society notes its appeal for scholars in multimedia and cultural studies due to its mix of historical examples, theoretical arguments, and discussion of modern recording and social media.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509552030

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polity Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 119.0mm

Height: 183.0mm

Weight: 172g

Pages: 176

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Diedrich Diederichsen Education & Reference Non-Fiction Series: Theory Redux

About the Author

Diedrich DiederichsenΒ is Professor of Theory, Practice and Communication of Contemporary Art at the Vienna Academy for Fine Arts.

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