A comprehensive look at the unique recording history of Pink Floyd, one of the world's most commercially successful and influential rock bands. Pink Floyd All the Songs tells the full story of every recording session, album, and single that the band has released. Since 1965, Pink Floyd been recording sonically experimental and philosophical music, selling more than 250 million records worldwide, including two of the best-selling albums of all time Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall. In Pink Floyd All the Songs, authors Margotin and Guesdon describe the origins of the band's nearly 200 released songs, including details from the recording studio, what instruments were used, and behind-the-scenes stories of the tensions that helped drive the band. Organized chronologically by album, this massive, 544-page hardcover begins with the band's 1967 debut album The Piper at the Gates of Dawn—the only one recorded under founding member Syd Barrett's leadership—and runs all the way through their 2014 farewell album, The Endless River, which was downloaded 12 million times on Spotify during its first week of release. Packed with more than 500 photos, Pink Floyd All the Songs is also filled with stories that fans will treasure, such as Waters working with engineer Alan Parsons to implement revolutionary recording techniques on The Dark Side of the Moon during sessions at Abbey Road Studios in 1972, and producer Bob Ezrin's contributions that helped refine Waters' original sprawling vision for The Wall. Read more

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Celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the most popular and enduring band ever: “Even the most hardcore Deadheads will be impressed by this obsessively complete look at the Grateful Dead’s lyrics” (Publishers Weekly).The Complete Annotated Grateful Dead Lyrics is an authoritative text, providing standard versions of all the original songs you thought you knew forwards and backwards. These are some of the best-loved songs in the modern American songbook. They are hummed and spoken among thousands as counterculture code and recorded by musicians of all stripes for their inimitable singability and obscure accessibility. How do they do all this? To provide a context for this formidable body of work, of which his part is primary, Robert Hunter has written a foreword that goes to the heart of the matter. And the annotations on sources provide a gloss on the lyrics, which goes to the roots of Western culture as they are incorporated into them. An avid Grateful Dead concertgoer for more than two decades, David Dodd is a librarian who brings to the work a detective’s love of following a clue as far as it will take him. Including essays by Dead lyricists Robert Hunter and John Perry and Jim Carpenter’s original illustrations, whimsical elements in the lyrics are brought to light, showcasing the American legend that is present in so many songs. A gorgeous keepsake edition of the Dead’s official annotated lyrics, The Complete Annotated Grateful Dead Lyrics is an absolute must-have for the fiftieth anniversary—you won’t think of this cultural icon the same way again. In fact, founding band member Bob Weir said: “This book is great. Now I’ll never have to explain myself.” Read more

"The amount of wisdom, empathy and knowledge present in this book brings me to tears. There’s so much healing and instruction about music present here that I’d refer anyone to it without reservation.” Bob Halligan Jr.Platinum and Gold Record Songwriter for KISS, KIX, Cher, Judas Priest, Kathy Mattea, Ceili Rain.......Do you dream of being on stage, a rock star shredding like a lawn mower, or serenading your loved ones with melodies that flow from the very depths of your soul? Let this guide be the bridge to those dreams.Just a short while ago, my dream was distant, like a fading star. I had a passion, a desire to sing and play, but I hit wall after wall. Every time I tried to learn, I felt more and more disconnected from the world of music. But destiny had another plan.With relentless perseverance over many years, I unveiled the secrets to mastering music in this digital age. I unlocked the treasures of music on various instruments and vocal techniques, amassing knowledge from diverse sectors: digital apps, books, online courses, and hands-on instruction with music teachers...including two college degrees.Unlike most, my journey wasn’t just about signing up for expensive courses or spending hours aimlessly on apps. It was about crafting a blend of apps, books, courses, and sometimes teachers so powerful that failing felt unthinkable.Dive into this ultimate guide for learning music and discover:Here’s exactly what this book will show you how to do:a- Niche Selection in Music: Find your calling...your dream, whether it's the romantic strings of a guitar or the soulful keys of a piano.b- Truth: Why talent, age, and experience don't matter when it comes to getting good at any instrument and singing.c- Value-based Learning: Why spending more doesn’t always mean learning more.d- A Symphony of Resources: Learn to use apps, books, courses, and teachers to your advantage, creating a harmonious learning experience that catapults you to your dreams.The Crescendo of Mastery:a- The Essence of Music: Deep dive into the emotional and technical aspects of learning any instrument and singing.b- The Cadence of Practice: Use your time and energy efficiently.c- The Maestro’s Mantra: Little-known secrets from music legends.d- Pleasure over pain: Avoid the most common mistakes that end up costing musicians thousands of wasted hours and opportunities.From Passion to Playing:a- Skip the line: Save thousands of hours of wasted time and do it right the first time.b- Daily Rhythms: Infuse music into your everyday life, creating a continuous learning environment.c- Encore Excellence: Turbocharge your progress and gain new confidence.d- Timeless Techniques: Pick the best song for you to learn right now.e- The Perfect Pitch: How to master 10,000+ songs in only 180 minutes!The tools and techniques in this guide are crafted with love and experience. As you flip through the pages, you'll feel the rhythm, the passion, and the dedication. "14 Unshakable Laws of Learning Music" isn’t just a method; it's a journey, a journey where every note is a step closer to your dreams.If your heart beats for music, if melodies and harmonies are what you seek, click "ADD TO CART", let the song, and the symphony begin, and be the MUSIC MAKER you were born to be! Read more

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • David Byrne’s incisive and enthusiastic look at the musical art form, from its very inceptions to the influences that shape it, whether acoustical, economic, social, or technological—now updated with a new chapter on digital curation.“How Music Works is a buoyant hybrid of social history, anthropological survey, autobiography, personal philosophy, and business manual”—The Boston GlobeUtilizing his incomparable career and inspired collaborations with Talking Heads, Brian Eno, and many others, David Byrne taps deeply into his lifetime of knowledge to explore the panoptic elements of music, how it shapes the human experience, and reveals the impetus behind how we create, consume, distribute, and enjoy the songs, symphonies, and rhythms that provide the backbeat of life. Byrne’s magnum opus uncovers thrilling realizations about the redemptive liberation that music brings us all. Read more

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Grammy Award–nominated, platinum-selling musician Halsey is heralded as one of the most compelling voices of their generation. In I Would Leave Me If I Could, they reveal never-before-seen poetry of longing, love, and the nuances of bipolar disorder.In this debut collection, Halsey bares their soul. Bringing the same artistry found in their lyrics, Halsey’s poems delve into the highs and lows of doomed relationships, family ties, sexuality, and mental illness. More hand grenades than confessions, these autobiographical poems explore and dismantle conventional notions of what it means to be a feminist in search of power. Masterful as it is raw, passionate, and profound, I Would Leave Me If I Could signals the arrival of an essential voice. Book cover painting, American Woman, by the author. Read more

“Fun facts about every one of the Fab Four's creations, with photos. Yeah yeah yeah.” —PeopleAll the Songs delves deep into the history and origins of the Beatles and their music. This first-of-its-kind book draws upon decades of research, as music historians Margotin and Guesdon recount the circumstances that led to the composition of every song, the recording process, and the instruments used.Here, we learn that one of John Lennon's favorite guitars was a 1958 Rickenbacker 325 Capri, which he bought for £100 in 1960 in Hamburg, Germany. We also learn that “Love Me Do,” recorded in Abbey Road Studios in September 1962, took 18 takes to get right, even though it was one of the first songs John and Paul ever wrote together. And the authors reveal that when the Beatles performed “I Want to Hold Your Hand” on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964, John's microphone wasn't turned on, so viewers heard only Paul singing.The hundreds of photographs throughout the book include rare black-and-white publicity stills, images of Beatles instruments, and engaging shots of the musicians in-studio.All the Songs is the must-have book for the any true Beatles fan.“If you're a fan and All the Songs: The Story Behind Every Beatles Release makes it onto your coffee table, chances are that it'll be the one least likely to leave.” —Wall Street Journal“Everybody has a Beatles fan in their life, and you'll make them very happy if you give them a copy.” —Newsday“A perfect gift for the Fab-Four fanatic.” —New York Post Read more

The Must-Have Guide for SongwritersWriting Better Lyrics has been a staple for songwriters for nearly two decades. Now this revised and updated 2nd Edition provides effective tools for everything from generating ideas, to understanding the form and function of a song, to fine-tuning lyrics.Perfect for new and experienced songwriters alike, this time-tested classic covers the basics in addition to more advanced techniques.Songwriters will discover:   • How to use sense-bound imagery to enhance a song's emotional impact on listeners   • Techniques for avoiding clichés and creating imaginative metaphors and similes   • Ways to use repetition as an asset   • How to successfully manipulate meter   • Instruction for matching lyrics with music   • Ways to build on ideas and generate effective titles   • Advice for working with a co-writer   • And much moreFeaturing updated and expanded chapters, 50 fun songwriting exercises, and examples from more than 20 chart-toppings songs, Writing Better Lyrics gives you all of the professional and creative insight you need to write powerful lyrics and put your songs in the spotlight where they belong. Read more

An entertaining trivia compendium flush with fun facts about all things music. From boogie-woogie to Beethoven, from Prince to Pavarotti, from the bards of Broadway to the rebels of rock ’n’ roll—it’s all here. Uncle John has created this harmonious collection of tuneful tales for music lovers everywhere. Uncle John has proven once again that he is in tune with our legion of loyal readers. This 516-page musical masterpiece dedicated to all things noteworthy ranges from silly one-hit wonders to culture-changing musical milestones. You’ll get a glimpse into the future of music and go back to the days when prehistoric man first started communicating in song. So, plug in your amp, turn the dial up to eleven, and have a blast reading about: ·      The origins of nearly every genre and style of music—including rock, country, jazz, the blues, rhythm-and-blues, hip hop, punk, folk, polka, opera, Muzak, disco, and even marching bands ·      Musical legends, from “outsiders” like the Shaggs and the Carter family, to giants like the Beatles, Elvis, and Weird Al Yankovic ·      The stories of legendary music venues like the Grand Ole Opry, the Apollo, and the Fillmore ·      How a computer glitch led to Right Said Fred’s 1991 hit “I’m Too Sexy” ·      Why waltzing was considered as scandalous in its early days as rock was in its early days ·      The birth of the banjo, the electric guitar, karaoke, and the Stradivarius violin ·      How John Williams struck a universal chord with his score for Star Wars ·      Go underground to play the world’s largest natural musical instrument ·      What happened at Woodstock and other weird concert mishaps And much, much more Read more

Grab your highlighters and favorite red pen and prepare to join professor of "Swifterature" Dr. Elly McCausland as she dives deep into the tortured poetry of Taylor Swift. Going line by line and word by word through 46 of Swift's most celebrated and hotly debated songs from across her 11-album career, McCausland is here to help you listen, read, and understand Taylor's music in an all-new way!Stars Around My Scars is a fan-focused opportunity to revel in the poetic songwriting glow of Taylor Swift, a once-in-a-generation luminary. Each entry presents a song with literary significance, offering a close reading of the lyrics with accompanied marginalia that points out poetic technique, literary references, and creative throughlines. Accompanied by an in-depth analysis of the deeper meaning, craftsmanship, and literary connections present both above and beneath the surface, Dr. McCausland puts listening to Taylor Swift and appreciating poetry hand-in-hand.   Written in an approachable style for Swifties of any era, Stars Around My Scars indulges the act of examining Swift’s lyrics for their literary “easter eggs” and connections and legitimizes Swift as this generation’s great poet and writer. Read more

(Berklee Guide). Heal your body, mind and spirit using the profound power found in music. This research-based approach to wellness will help you to feel better. Learn to use music to manage your stress and reduce your physical suffering, whether due to the everyday stresses of life or emotional and physical pain. Dr. Hanser and Dr. Mandel share uniquely effective music therapy strategies, learned from many years of research, clinical practice, and personal experience. The accompanying audio provides musical selections with guided relaxation and imagery to enhance your well-being. Includes a foreword, introduction and index. Read more

Fleetwood Mac All the Songs dives deep into the unique and often fraught recording history of the mega-bestselling and hugely influential rock band. Packed with captivating photographs and fascinating behind-the-scenes details, it’s a must-have for any music history fan. Fleetwood Mac is the one of the most enduring, endearing, and drama-filled bands in rock history whose triumphs, struggles, and music continue to resonate with generations of listeners. This thorough dissection of every album and every song ever released by the beloved rock group follows the band's many iterations from their self-titled debut in 1968 (when they were known as Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac) to the classic Rumours era featuring the core line-up of Lindsey Buckingham, Mick Fleetwood, Christine McVie, John McVie, and Stevie Nicks, all the way up to the passing of Christine McVie in November 2022. The writing and recording process of each and every track is dissected, discussed, and analyzed by authors Olivier Roubin and Romuald Ollivier, through the band's many breakups and shakeups.Fleetwood Mac All the Songs draws upon years of research to recount the circumstances that led to the composition of every song the band ever wrote, as well as the details behind their in-studio recording process. Also featuring hundreds of photographs, including rare black-and-white publicity stills, images of instruments used by the band, and engaging shots of the musicians in‑studio, this is a must-have book for any true fan of classic rock.    Read more

Anita Pallenberg, instantly recognisable as a member of The Rolling Stones’ rock ’n’ roll circus in the Sixties and Seventies, was no docile groupie. Fluent in four languages, she partied with the jet set in Rome, met Warhol, Ginsberg and Ferlinghetti in New York, was at home with London’s leading lights of popular culture and went on to star in over a dozen films, perhaps most notably in Performance.A German-Italian rebel and social phenomenon, Anita consistently gravitated towards the next wave of movers and shakers. Full of extraordinary adventures with the rich and famous, as well as her personal triumphs and tragedies, She’s a Rainbow delves deep into her fascinating and moving story – for the first time ever.Pallenberg epitomised the hedonistic counter-culture world of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll during the sixties and seventies; muse to the Rolling Stones and star of enduring cult movies like Barbarella and Performance, this is Anita's incredible story of excess, art, motherhood and her often unknown influence on one of the greatest rock bands of all time."How Anita came to be with Brian is really the story of how the Stones became the Stones. She almost single-handedly engineered a cultural revolution in London by bringing together the Stones and the jeunesse dorée… The Stones came away with a patina of aristocratic decadence that served as a perfect counterfoil to the raw roots blues of their music. This…transformed the Stones from pop stars into cultural icons." —Marianne Faithfull. Read more

This book is the first of its kind, that teaches you how to rhyme and disperse the illest lines, with instructions on constructing destructive verses to shine! Book one of a series this introductory book prepares you to open your mind into the world of rap and rapping. Does reading help you rap? What genre of music should you listen to, to improve your skills? How does muttering gibberish to a beat help your creative process? You will learn how to use alliteration, metaphors, homonyms, annunciation, creative phonetics, proper pronunciation, punchlines, current events, and how to transmute emotion into your lyrics, to add drama and dynamic diction to your delivery. In the upcoming books we will be introducing you to the publisher of this book, a well known underground Houston rapper, John Dough the writer of this engaging description and contributor of this book to give you even more insight into effective tips, tricks and tactics to smash it! But first things first you must learn to freestyle! So join us on this joyous journey of jargon. Read Battle Rap today! (rap, battle, rap battle, how to battle rap, how to win a battle rap, how to freestyle, how to rap to a beat, How to rhyme, how to be a rapper, how to rap to a instrumental, how to rap on an, how to rap to an instrumental, instrumental, how to spit bars, how to spit fire bars, how to rap like a pro, how to kill an instrumental, how to kill a instrumental, how to write lyrics to a beat) Read more

Two of the world’s preeminent music journalists tackle the liveliest debate in rock history: which band is the greatest ever—the Beatles or the Rolling Stones? More than two dozen topics of debate are addressed, with cases being made both for the lads from Liverpool and rock’s proto bad boys. From the Cavern and Crawdaddy clubs through head-to-head comparisons of specific albums (e.g., Exile or “the White Album”?), members’ roles within the bands, the Svengali-like managers, influential producers, musical influences, and more, this is the book that dares confront the topics over which fans have agonized for years. Illustrated throughout with photography and memorabilia. Read more

Includes hundreds of guitar chords and chord progressions in all styles in all 12 keys. Contains progressions in all styles, including rock, blues, jazz, folk, alternative, country and more. Recommended for beginning to intermediate guitarists. Read more

Playing with Ease is a book about ergonomic technique for the guitar, as well as other instruments. Renowned classical guitarist David Leisner offers an introduction to the basic anatomy of movement, advice on relieving unnecessary tension, pioneering ideas about engaging large muscles, and tips for practicing and concert preparation. Read more

Extending the inquiry of his early groundbreaking books, Christopher Small strikes at the heart of traditional studies of Western music by asserting that music is not a thing, but rather an activity. In this new book, Small outlines a theory of what he terms "musicking," a verb that encompasses all musical activity from composing to performing to listening to a Walkman to singing in the shower. Using Gregory Bateson's philosophy of mind and a Geertzian thick description of a typical concert in a typical symphony hall, Small demonstrates how musicking forms a ritual through which all the participants explore and celebrate the relationships that constitute their social identity. This engaging and deftly written trip through the concert hall will have readers rethinking every aspect of their musical worlds. Read more

Step into the enchanting world of classical music with "Classical Piano Sheet Music for Beginners: 100 Famous Classic Solos to Learn Piano in less than 10 Minutes a Day!"Imagine playing some of the greatest compositions by legendary composers in less than 10 minutes a day, even if you're a beginner!Inside "Classical Piano Sheet Music for Beginners," you'll discover:100 famous classical solos, from iconic composers like Beethoven, Mozart, and Chopin.Deliberately chosen Piano Arrangements for bridging the gap between beginner and intermediate piano skills, offering a rewarding challenge.Exploration of diverse musical styles and periods, expanding your understanding of classical music.Musical expression and growth through carefully selected compositions.An accessible yet sophisticated playing experience that doesn't overwhelm.Clear and large layout sheet music for a smooth and enjoyable practice.The artistry and nuances of some of the greatest musical minds in history.FREE DOWNLOADABLE AUDIO FILES so you can get an idea of what a piece should sound likeThis meticulously curated music book offers a bridge between novice ,intermediate and advanced pianists, inviting you on a delightful musical journey.Dive into the rich melodies and intricate harmonies of masterpieces by greatest composers of all time all thoughtfully adapted for your skill level.With clear and legible sheet music, you'll immerse yourself in the nuances of each composition. This isn't just a sheet music book; it's your gateway to the extraordinary world of classical music. You will Get classical piano music sheet from over 41 different composers:Carl Philipp Emanuel BachJohann Sebastian BachSamuel BarberLudwig van BeethovenJohann Friedrich BurgmullerG. BizetJohannes BrahmsG. CacciniEduardo di CapuaFrederic ChopinMuzzo ClementiClaude DebussyL. DelibesA. DvorakEdvard GriegG. F. Handel & J. HalvorsenScott JoplinFranz Liszt,Felix MendelssohnV. MontiL. MozartW. A. MozartModest MussorgskyJ. OffenbachCarl OrffJohann PachelbelNiccolo PaganiniSergei ProkofievSergei RachmaninoffMaurice RavelRimsky-KorsakovFranz SchubertCamille Saint-SaensRobert SchumannJohann StraussRichard StraussErik SatiePyotr TchaikovskyGiuseppe VerdiAntonio VivaldiRichard Wagner"Classical Piano Sheet Music for Beginners: 100 Famous Classic Solos to Learn Piano in less than 10 Minutes a Day" is your passport to mastering classical gems.Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to embark on a musical journey… secure your copy now and see you inside! Read more

This book is ultimate step-by-step quick start to writing a song right away, even though you have never written a song before. Tips from award winning songwriters in this book will help you in writing your songs. You will learn how to get rid of your songwriting blocks. Here is a preview of what you'll learn in this book: A quick way to write a song Songwriting advice from songwriters Writing the hook, verse, chorus, bridge Writing lyrics How to write Chord progressions Tips on finding inspiration for writing your songs A quick start to record or demoing your first song How to copyright your songs How to excel in Songwriting Competitions And much, much more...©2022 Scott Ashley Read more