About the book
This book is your gateway to the oasis of Britain's music in the 90s.
A Field Guide to ... delves into music’s most influential genres to uncover the innovators and agitators who changed music history forever.
In A Field Guide to Britpop, Steve Wide explores a scene fueled by north–south rivalries, tribal fashion, and a good cup of tea. Uncover the artists and albums, the who’s who, and hangabouts that defined the era. From Blur’s jaunty pop, Pulp’s working-class poetry, and Suede’s dark tales of the elegantly wasted, to the pub sing-alongs of Oasis – Britpop looked to the past to reshape the future, becoming the last true music scene of the 20th century.
Editions of A Field Guide to Britpop
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781922417206
Read an Excerpt
This book is your gateway to the oasis of Britain's music in the 90s.
A Field Guide to ... delves into music’s most influential genres to uncover the innovators and agitators who changed music history forever.
In A Field Guide to Britpop, Steve Wide explores a scene fueled by north–south rivalries, tribal fashion, and a good cup of tea. Uncover the artists and albums, the who’s who, and hangabouts that defined the era. From Blur’s jaunty pop, Pulp’s working-class poetry, and Suede’s dark tales of the elegantly wasted, to the pub sing-alongs of Oasis – Britpop looked to the past to reshape the future, becoming the last true music scene of the 20th century.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Field Guide to Britpop about?
This book is your gateway to the oasis of Britain's music in the 90s.
A Field Guide to ... delves into music’s most influential genres to uncover the innovators and agitators who changed music history forever.
In A Field Guide to Britpop, Steve Wide explores a scene fueled by north–south rivalries, tribal fashion, and a good cup of tea. Uncover the artists and albums, the who’s who, and hangabouts that defined the era. From Blur’s jaunty pop, Pulp’s working-class poetry, and Suede’s dark tales of the elegantly wasted, to the pub sing-alongs of Oasis – Britpop looked to the past to reshape the future, becoming the last true music scene of the 20th century.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in A Field Guide to Britpop?
The Arts > Music > Music: styles and genres > Popular music
Where can I read a sample of A Field Guide to Britpop?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781922417206
Who is/are the Author/s of the book A Field Guide to Britpop?
Steve Wide
Who is the Publisher of the book A Field Guide to Britpop?
Rizzoli
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
A Field Guide to Britpop is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781922417206)
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