Quit Your Band! Musical Notes from the Japanese Underground - Couverture souple

Martin, Ian F.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1937220052 ISBN 13 : 9781937220051

Editeur : Awai Books, 2016

Synopsis

From the sugar rush of Tokyo’s idol subculture to the discordant polyrhythms of its experimental punk and indie scenes, this book by Japan Times music columnist Ian F. Martin offers a witty and tender look at the wide spectrum of issues that shape Japanese music today. With unique theories about the evolution of J-pop as well as its history, infrastructure and (sub)cultures, Martin deconstructs an industry that operates very differently from counterparts overseas. Based partly on interviews with influential artists, label owners and event organisers, Martin’s book combines personal anecdotes with cultural criticism and music history. An accessible and humorous account emerges of why some creative acts manage to overcome institutional pressures, without quitting their bands.

Ian Martin’s writing about Japanese music has appeared in The Japan Times, CNN Travel and The Guardian among other places. Martin is based in Tokyo, where he also runs Call And Response Records.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Awai Books
• Date d'édition: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1937220052
• ISBN 13: 9781937220051
• Reliure: Broché
• Langue: anglais
• Nombre de pages: 248
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible