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Magic in the Night : The Words and Music of Bruce Springsteen by Rob Kirkpatrick (2009, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSt. Martin's Press
ISBN-100312533802
ISBN-139780312533809
eBay Product ID (ePID)70318181
Product Key Features
Book TitleMagic in the Night : the Words and Music of Bruce Springsteen
Number of Pages288 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicDiscography & Buyer's Guides, History & Criticism, Composers & Musicians
Publication Year2009
IllustratorYes
GenreMusic, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorRob Kirkpatrick
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight3.5 Oz
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width6.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2008-048294
Dewey Edition22
Reviews"A treasure trove for serious Springsteen fans."- PopMatters "It is always salutary to be reminded that no matter how much you think you know something, there is always someone who knows more. And when it comes to Bruce Springsteen…Rob Kirkpatrick knows more, a lot more."- The Irish Times "Beautifully written."-David Barker, editor, Continuum "33 1/3" series "Other books have covered the life and works of popular musician Bruce Springsteen, but few offer the depth of analysis and critical assessment."- Midwest Book Review (five-star review) "A fresh, compelling look at The Boss's art, his life, and even his country."- Library Media Connection "Well-researched and written, this is essential reading for music fans." Scoop Magazine (AUS) "Kirkpatrick argues convincingly that even the minor works of Springsteen the singer-songwriter are worthy of re-examination."- Performing Songwriter "Provides a comprehensive, insightful overview of Springsteen's prodigious catalogue of music. Rob Kirkpatrick's rich narrative sheds new light on the songs that have become a soundtrack for the American experience."-Mark K. Updegrove, former publisher of Newsweek and MTV Magazine "It was a joy to read through this book….Rob Kirkpatrick should be commended for his exhaustive research and insight. I've yet to come across another book which offers such a detailed and compelling analysis of not only the singer's art and life, but also the changes the US has gone through during this time span."- The Crack (UK), "A treasure trove for serious Springsteen fans." -- PopMatters "It is always salutary to be reminded that no matter how much you think you know something, there is always someone who knows more. And when it comes to Bruce Springsteen...Rob Kirkpatrick knows more, a lot more." -- The Irish Times "Beautifully written." -- David Barker, editor, Continuum "33 1/3"series "Other books have covered the life and works of popular musician Bruce Springsteen, but few offer the depth of analysis and critical assessment." -- Midwest Book Review (five-star review) "A fresh, compelling look at The Boss's art, his life, and even his country." -- Library Media Connection "Well-researched and written, this is essential reading for music fans." -- Scoop Magazine (AUS) "Kirkpatrick argues convincingly that even the minor works of Springsteen the singer-songwriter are worthy of re-examination." -- Performing Songwriter "Provides a comprehensive, insightful overview of Springsteen's prodigious catalogue of music. Rob Kirkpatrick's rich narrative sheds new light on the songs that have become a soundtrack for the American experience." -- Mark K. Updegrove, former publisher of Newsweek and MTV Magazine "It was a joy to read through this book....Rob Kirkpatrick should be commended for his exhaustive research and insight. I've yet to come across another book which offers such a detailed and compelling analysis of not only the singer's art and life, but also the changes the US has gone through during this time span." -- The Crack (UK), A treasure trove for serious Springsteen fans."-PopMattersIt is always salutary to be reminded that no matter how much you think you know something, there is always someone who knows more. And when it comes to Bruce Springsteen…Rob Kirkpatrick knows more, a lot more."-The Irish TimesBeautifully written."-David Barker, editor,Continuum 33 1/3"seriesOther books have covered the life and works of popular musician Bruce Springsteen, but few offer the depth of analysis and critical assessment."-Midwest Book Review(five-star review)A fresh, compelling look at The Boss's art, his life, and even his country."-Library Media ConnectionWell-researched and written, this is essential reading for music fans." –Scoop Magazine(AUS)Kirkpatrick argues convincingly that even the minor works of Springsteen the singer-songwriter are worthy of re-examination."-Performing SongwriterProvides a comprehensive, insightful overview of Springsteen's prodigious catalogue of music. Rob Kirkpatrick's rich narrative sheds new light on the songs that have become a soundtrack for the American experience."-Mark K. Updegrove, former publisher ofNewsweekandMTV MagazineIt was a joy to read through this book….Rob Kirkpatrick should be commended for his exhaustive research and insight. I've yet to come across another book which offers such a detailed and compelling analysis of not only the singer's art and life, but also the changes the US has gone through during this time span."-The Crack(UK) , "Rob Kirkpatrick's rich narrative sheds new light on the songs that have become a soundtrack for the American experience." - Mark K. Updegrove, former publisher ofNewsweekandMTV Magazine"Beautifully written."-David Barker, editor, Continuum's "33 1/3" series"The Words and Music of Bruce Springsteen, by Rob Kirkpatrick, offers a fresh, compelling look at The Boss's art, his life, and even his country."-Library Media Connection, "A treasure trove for serious Springsteen fans."- PopMatters "It is always salutary to be reminded that no matter how much you think you know something, there is always someone who knows more. And when it comes to Bruce Springsteen...Rob Kirkpatrick knows more, a lot more."- The Irish Times "Beautifully written."-David Barker, editor, Continuum "33 1/3" series "Other books have covered the life and works of popular musician Bruce Springsteen, but few offer the depth of analysis and critical assessment."- Midwest Book Review (five-star review) "A fresh, compelling look at The Boss's art, his life, and even his country."- Library Media Connection "Well-researched and written, this is essential reading for music fans." Scoop Magazine (AUS) "Kirkpatrick argues convincingly that even the minor works of Springsteen the singer-songwriter are worthy of re-examination."- Performing Songwriter "Provides a comprehensive, insightful overview of Springsteen's prodigious catalogue of music. Rob Kirkpatrick's rich narrative sheds new light on the songs that have become a soundtrack for the American experience."-Mark K. Updegrove, former publisher of Newsweek and MTV Magazine "It was a joy to read through this book....Rob Kirkpatrick should be commended for his exhaustive research and insight. I've yet to come across another book which offers such a detailed and compelling analysis of not only the singer's art and life, but also the changes the US has gone through during this time span."- The Crack (UK), Kirkpatrick argues convincingly that even the minor works of Springsteen the singer-songwriter are worthy of re-examination., "Rob Kirkpatrick's rich narrative sheds new light on the songs that have become a soundtrack for the American experience." - Mark K. Updegrove, former publisher of Newsweek and MTV Magazine"Beautifully written."-David Barker, editor, Continuum's "33 1/3" series"The Words and Music of Bruce Springsteen, by Rob Kirkpatrick, offers a fresh, compelling look at The Boss's art, his life, and even his country."-Library Media Connection "This is a musical biography of rock singer Bruce Springsteen that travels chronologically through the artist's many albums examining Springsteen's creative processes of songwriting, performing, and recording. The author discusses cultural and social contexts for Springsteen's music, lyrical themes and motifs, musical analysis, and musical and lyrical influences."Reference & Research Book News "Other books have covered the life and works of popular musician Bruce Springsteen, but few offer the depth of analysis and critical assessment of The Words and Music of Bruce Springsteen, which opens with a brief biography, before it turns to the heart of the matter: all of his significant albums, in chronological order, which provide a musical analysis of themes, motifs, and underlying ideas. College-level students of popular music will appreciate the attention to detail and the insights which lend to a far greater appreciation for Bruce Springsteen's works."Midwest Book Review - The Bookwatch , Provides a comprehensive, insightful overview of Springsteen's prodigious catalogue of music. Rob Kirkpatrick's rich narrative sheds new light on the songs that have become a soundtrack for the American experience., Other books have covered the life and works of popular musician Bruce Springsteen, but few offer the depth of analysis and critical assessment., It was a joy to read through this book....Rob Kirkpatrick should be commended for his exhaustive research and insight. I've yet to come across another book which offers such a detailed and compelling analysis of not only the singer's art and life, but also the changes the US has gone through during this time span., It is always salutary to be reminded that no matter how much you think you know something, there is always someone who knows more. And when it comes to Bruce Springsteen...Rob Kirkpatrick knows more, a lot more., "Rob Kirkpatrick's rich narrative sheds new light on the songs that have become a soundtrack for the American experience." - Mark K. Updegrove, former publisher ofNewsweekandMTV Magazine"Beautifully written."-David Barker, editor, Continuum's "33 1/3" series"The Words and Music of Bruce Springsteen, by Rob Kirkpatrick, offers a fresh, compelling look at The Boss's art, his life, and even his country."-Library Media Connection "This is a musical biography of rock singer Bruce Springsteen that travels chronologically through the artist's many albums examining Springsteen's creative processes of songwriting, performing, and recording. The author discusses cultural and social contexts for Springsteen's music, lyrical themes and motifs, musical analysis, and musical and lyrical influences."Reference & Research Book News "Other books have covered the life and works of popular musician Bruce Springsteen, but few offer the depth of analysis and critical assessment of The Words and Music of Bruce Springsteen, which opens with a brief biography, before it turns to the heart of the matter: all of his significant albums, in chronological order, which provide a musical analysis of themes, motifs, and underlying ideas. College-level students of popular music will appreciate the attention to detail and the insights which lend to a far greater appreciation for Bruce Springsteen's works."Midwest Book Review - The Bookwatch
Dewey Decimal782.42166092
SynopsisThe definitive look at The Boss and how his music has both shaped and confronted American mythology Emerging on the music scene with 1973's "Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.," Bruce Springsteen was heralded as "the future of rock and roll," and since then his influence and popularity have exploded. Rob Kirkpatrick's Magic in the Night uses Springsteen's biography as a lens through which listeners can reevaluate his music as he morphs from "the next Bob Dylan" to a Reagan-era pop culture icon, and again to today's populist voice, discussing each album in chronological order. Kirkpatrick's keen insights show why the classic 1975 album "Born to Run" is the most popular album of all time (according to a recent ZagatSurvey ) and what's made Springsteen the most respected and influential artist in rock music. Though his career has been widely documented, Springsteen fans have never had a book like this one, which lets them immerse themselves in his music and learn about his influences, lyrical choices, and the themes Springsteen has been drawn to again and again in his career. Kirkpatrick's in-depth analysis of Springsteen's work-even unreleased songs-and the political controversies surrounding it make Magic in the Night a must for any true Springsteen fan., The definitive look at The Boss and how his music has both shaped and confronted American mythology Emerging on the music scene with 1973's "Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.", Bruce Springsteen was heralded as "the future of rock and roll", and since then his influence and popularity have exploded. Rob Kirkpatrick's Magic in the Night uses Springsteen's biography as a lens through which listeners can reevaluate his music as he morphs from "the next Bob Dylan" to a Reagan-era pop culture icon, and again to today's populist voice, discussing each album in chronological order. Kirkpatrick's keen insights show why the classic 1975 album "Born to Run" is the most popular album of all time (according to a recent ZagatSurvey ) and what's made Springsteen the most respected and influential artist in rock music. Though his career has been widely documented, Springsteen fans have never had a book like this one, which lets them immerse themselves in his music and learn about his influences, lyrical choices, and the themes Springsteen has been drawn to again and again in his career. Kirkpatrick's in-depth analysis of Springsteen's work-even unreleased songs-and the political controversies surrounding it make Magic in the Night a must for any true Springsteen fan.
LC Classification NumberML420.S77K57 2009
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