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Ideal for fans of "Weird Al" Yankovic, readers interested in comedy music, and those curious about the cultural impact of parody and satire in the arts.
This is the first book to address in a serious way the impact of the music of “Weird Al” Yankovic. Through original interviews with the man himself, Lily Hirsch addresses Yankovic’s relationship to past parody song and his unique approach to the art form, inviting music enthusiasts of all stripes to reconsider Yankovic’s music.
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From his love of accordions and Hawaiian print shirts to his popular puns and trademark dance moves, Weird Al Yankovic has made a career out of making us laugh.
Funny music is often dismissed as light and irrelevant, but Yankovic’s fourteen successful studio albums prove there is more going on than comedic music's reputation suggests. In this book, for the first time, the parodies, original compositions, and polka medleys of the Weird Al universe finally receive their due respect. Lily Hirsch weaves together original interviews with the prince of parody himself, creating a fresh take on comedy and music’s complicated romance. She reveals that Yankovic’s jests have always had a deeper meaning, addressing such topics as bullying, celebrity, and racial and gender stereotypes.
Weird Al is undeterred by those who say funny music is nothing but a low-brow pastime. And thank goodness. With his good-guy grace still intact, Yankovic remains unapologetically and unmistakably himself. Reveling in the mischief and wisdom of Yankovic’s forty-year career, this book is an Al-expense-paid tour of a true comedic and musical genius.
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Musicologist Lily E. Hirsch offers a thoughtful yet fun examination of Yankovic's discography, balancing scholarly insight with an affectionate tone. She unpacks the layers of meaning behind his parodies and original works, highlighting his clever wordplay and engagement with serious social themes. The book is praised for staying lively and accessible, making it an enjoyable read for fans and newcomers alike.
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ISBN: 9781538124994
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 15 March 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield
Illustration: 8 b/w photos
Contributors:
- Foreword by Dr. Dr. Demento
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 160.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 513g
Pages: 240
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About the Author
Lily E. Hirsch has written four books on topics ranging from Jewish music's history to music in criminal law. One, in 2014, won the American Musicological Society's Ruth A. Solie Award. When not teaching or writing as visiting scholar at California State University, Bakersfield, Hirsch blogs at insultingmusic.com. She lives in Bakersfield, California.
Also by Lily E. Hirsch
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