Hey guys:
This is actually my book. Zaval is right that other entries in the series are too specialized for non-academics, which is a shame bc I think the books offer an opportunity to some things the 33-1/3 series is too loosey-goosey to allow. (I find some of the 33-1/3s incredibly self-indulgent). Among the Icons of Pop there's a Bob Dylan one that's pretty accessible, as is the Buddy Holly. The Elvis Costello and Bjork pretty much require a musical theoretician; they make Phil Lambert's book read like Dick & Jane. Have no clue about the James Brown, but I'm giving it a shot.
I tried to do mine to appeal to fans, so I hope some will give it a go. I would say if Jim Fusilli's 33 1/3 book on PS didn't send you scattering, mine's not any more scholarly than that. There's a section on lyrics that tries to talk about various themes, not the least of which is what makes a "dumb" one. The music section talks about gender issues associated with Brian's falsetto and what makes the BB sound "white," among other ideas I've pondered for a long time. Inevitably, my interpretations are mine, but I hope I added something to the BW discussion. I do apologize about the price---in the States there was supposed to be a $15 paperback distributed by Indiana UP, but it and Equinox dissolved their partnership after I turned the ms. in. I begged Equinox to keep it cheap, but academic presses aim for library and textbook sales. Anyway, thanks for the mention.
Always nice to hear from the author.
Will pick it up if I ever come across a reasonably priced copy.
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