Major LabelsA HISTORY OF POPULAR MUSIC IN SEVEN GENRES.4.5 out of 5
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Major Labels by Kelefa Sanneh is a comprehensive and engaging history of popular music, covering seven genres from disco to rap. Sanneh's writing is praised for its wit, enthusiasm, and depth of knowledge, making the book a pleasure to read. The book explores the cultural forces shaping these genres and their convergences and divergences over the past fifty years. While some readers might find certain sections more engaging than others, the overall consensus is that Major Labels is a masterful and enjoyable history that offers new insights into the world of popular music.
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Pros
Engaging and comprehensive history of popular music
Wit and enthusiasm in Sanneh's writing
Depth of knowledge and insightful observations
Covers a wide range of genres
Pleasant to read and offers new insights
Cons
Some sections might be more engaging than others
Could be overwhelming due to the amount of information
Key Features
Covers seven genres of music
Explores cultural forces shaping genres
Written by a staff writer for the New Yorker
Praised for its wit and enthusiasm
Offers new insights into popular music
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