Popular Music Through the Decades

Music has a singular ability to go directly to our hearts and our brains. Sometimes it even feels as though certain songs and musicians define an era as they capture our emotions, reflect social attitudes, and express political beliefs. These entertaining and informative volumes examine the various forms of popular music that have emerged since the second half of the 20th century, including everything from rock to disco to hip-hop. Profiles of legendary artists--including Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin, the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and Jay-Z to name a few--tell the stories behind some of the world's most timeless songs and albums.
• Summaries of the representative works of select artists are included for quick reference
• In-depth coverage of social and cultural trends provides historical context
• Sidebars spotlight notable individuals, events, and historic milestones