Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music - Pop, Rock, and Worship (Hardcover)

The first comprehensive overview of contemporary inspirational music, covering its historical roots and dramatic growth into one of America's most vital music genres. The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music: Pop, Rock, and Worship is the first comprehensive reference work on a form of American music that is far more popular than nonfans may realize. It fills a major gap in the literature on American music and Christian culture, looking at this increasingly popular genre in the context of the overall history of religious music in the United States. With over 200 entries, The Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music covers important performers and industry figures, songs and albums, concerts and festivals, the rise of Christian radio and television, and other issues related to the growth of inspirational music. Scholars and fans alike will find a wealth of revealing information and insightful coverage illustrating the influence of gospel on modern American music with musicians such as Elvis, Sam Cooke, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, and U2.The work also examines the use of fundamental rock, pop, and rap music templates in the service of songs of faith.

General

Imprint:	Greenwood Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2009
First published:	November 2009
Editors:	Don Cusic
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 32mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Paper over boards
Pages:	528
ISBN-13:	978-0-313-34425-1
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > General Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > General Books > Music > General
LSN:	0-313-34425-6
Barcode:	9780313344251

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