Rock 'n' Roll Jews

by Michael Billig

Overview

A disciplined study that reveals the many contributions of Jews throughout the history of rock 'n' roll.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780815607052
Publisher:	Syracuse University Press
Publication date:	05/01/2001
Series:	Judaic Traditions in Literature, Music and Art Ser.
Pages:	196
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.45(d)

About the Author

Michael Billig is professor of social sciences at Loughborough University.

Editorial Reviews

This is a fine book. The author guides readers behind the familiar heroes of rock n' roll to trailblazers who helped make their success possible.

Journal of Religion and Popular Culture

Leiber and Stoller are perhaps the most celebrated (Rock 'n' Roll Jews) along with Phil Spector, but there have been others who have contributed greatly. Michael Billig examines that influence through the world of luminaries like Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Carole King and Lou Reed.

Nottingham Evening Post

Billig (social sciences, Loughborough University, England) explores the many contributions of Jews throughout the history of rock and roll, from the lyrics of Lieber and Stoller and the production work of Phil Spector through the influence of luminaries such as Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Carole King, and Lou Reed. He traces continuities between Tin Pan Alley and rhythm and blues, and examines the complex relationships between black and Jewish people which shaped popular entertainment in the 20th century. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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