I cant remember what turned me on to this book. I've been mostly oblivious of and often baffled by the 'top 40' genres allure to the masses. This book has given me a fascinating mini crash course in pop, answering not only vague questions like ( who is this Rihanna character really and why do people care) but also a surprisingly thorough sense of the anatomy of a 'hit'. And an appreciation for the skills behind the most masterful confections of the "art'.
The prose is vivid and engaging. Seabrook's attitude towards his subject often affectionate, often admiring; but a clear-eyed and zingy wit acknowledges the darker aspect - like the sugar crash on the other side of the frosted doughnut - and surprised several out-loud laughs from me. Good stuff, I'm going to see what else he's got.
Enjoy fast, free delivery, exclusive deals, and award-winning movies & TV shows with Prime
Try Prime and start saving today with fast, free delivery
