Last Night a DJ Saved My Life: The History of the Disc Jockey
“A riveting look at record spinning from its beginnings to the present day . . . A grander and more fascinating story than one would think.” —Time Out London
This is the first comprehensive history of the disc jockey, a cult classic now updated with five new chapters and over a hundred pages of additional material. It’s the definitive account of DJ culture, from the first record played over airwaves to house, hip-hop, techno, and beyond. From the early development of recorded and transmitted sound, DJs have been shaping the way we listen to music and the record industry. This book tracks down the inside story on some of music’s most memorable moments. Focusing on the club DJ, the book gets first-hand accounts of the births of disco, hip-hop, house, and techno. Visiting legendary clubs like the Peppermint Lounge, Cheetah, the Loft, Sound Factory, and Ministry of Sound, and with interviews with legendary DJs, Last Night a DJ Saved My Life is a lively and entertaining account of musical history and some of the most legendary parties of the century. “Brewster and Broughton’s ardent history is one of barriers and sonic booms, spanning almost 100 years, including nods to pioneers Christopher Stone, Martin Block, Douglas ‘Jocko’ Henderson, Bob ‘Wolfman Jack’ Smith and Alan ‘Moondog’ Freed.” —Publishers Weekly |
Contents
Introduction You Should Be Dancing
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Beginnings Radio Make Believe Ballroom
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Beginnings Clubs Night Train
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Northern Soul After Tonight Is All Over
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Reggae Wreck Up A Version
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US Garage Ill Take You To Paradise
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House Can You Feel
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Techno The Sound
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Balearic Bryllyant
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Acid House Ive Lost Control
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UK Sounds Keep On Moving
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Artist Even Better Than The Real Thing
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Outlaw Renegade Snares
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Disco Roots Love Is The Message
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Disco She Works Hard For The Money
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Hienergy So Many Men So Little Time
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Hip Hop Roots Adventures On The Wheels Of Steel
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Hip Hop Planet Rock
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Superstar God Is A
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Sellout? I Havent Stopped Dancing
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Club Charts
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Sources and Index
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Last Night a DJ Saved My Life: The History of the Disc Jockey Bill Brewster,Frank Broughton No preview available - 2000 |
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