Popular Music in America – The Beat Goes On 5th Edition

• Popular Music in America: The Beat Goes On, 5th Edition

ISBN: 9781337560375

Explore the vibrant landscape of American popular music from the early 20th century to today with the 5th Edition of “Popular Music in America: The Beat Goes On.” This comprehensive text offers a rich overview of its history, genres, and cultural impact.

Delve into jazz, blues, country, rock and roll, hip-hop, and electronic music, uncovering the social, political, and technological forces that shaped American musical identity. Gain insights into the artists, movements, and trends that defined generations, and discover American popular music’s lasting influence on the world.

Updated with contemporary examples and insightful analysis, this edition is an essential resource for understanding American popular music. Perfect for students and music enthusiasts alike.