Encyclopedia of World Pop Music, 1980-2001

In this eclectic encyclopedia, author Stan Jeffries chronicles the careers of over 110 musical artists from 37 different nations. Entries include biographical information, trace the entrants' musical development, and recount the performers' critical and popular reception. A collection of photos, an index by nation, and appendices of music industry awards and standards for gold and platinum certification by country complete this one-of-a-kind resource for music fans and aficionados.

Popular music's global diversity is often overlooked in America, especially when performers achieved success in nations outside the United States. Some performers, such as A-Ha and Falco, are known as one-hit wonders in America despite their tremendous success elsewhere. Bands such as The Stone Roses and The Sugarcubes achieved cult or underground status in the United States but were headline acts in their native countries. And acts such as Dragon Ash, The Leningrad Cowboys, and Powderfinger--all but unknown in America-are considered landmark acts in their homelands.

Author: Stan Jeffries
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published: 06/30/2003
Pages: 296
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.72lbs
Size: 10.26h x 7.32w x 1.15d
ISBN: 9780313315473

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 10/01/2003 pg. 62
Voice of Youth Advocates 12/01/2003 pg. 435
Choice 01/01/2004 pg. 878
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2004 pg. 522
Rec Ref Bks for Small/Med Libr 01/01/2004 pg. 240

About the Author

STAN JEFFRIES is a music critic radio show host. He was a contributor to The Rough Guide to Rock.