Rock Concert Performance from ABBA to ZZ Top

This book presents an analysis of 100 rock concert performances and attempts to answer the question "What makes a truly great rock performance?" Author Peter Smith, an experienced concert goer, delves into his own recollections of experiencing rock performances over the last 50+ years and, with the support of his daughter, Laura Smith, analyzes 100 selected performances covering the themes of icons, persona, energy, fandom, venues, communities, politics, art-rock, authenticity and maturity. The approach taken is based upon qualitative analysis, reflection, and autoethnography. The selected performances cover a range of diverse acts such as the Rolling Stones, ABBA, Sex Pistols, Barbara Streisand, David Bowie, and the like.

Author: Peter Smith
Publisher: Lexington Books
Published: 01/05/2022
Pages: 228
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d
ISBN13: 9781793618566
ISBN10: 1793618569
BISAC Categories:
- Music | Genres & Styles | Pop Vocal
- Music | Genres & Styles | Rock
- Social Science | Popular Culture

About the Author
Peter Smith is emeritus professor at the University of Sunderland. Laura Smith is a sociologist, teacher, and musician.

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