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Although musical tributes play a significant role within contemporary culture and despite their relative longevity as a form of entertainment, little serious research has been published on the subject. This book makes an important contribution to the understanding of the phemen of the tribute band by linking it to other types of imitative entertainment such as 'ghost', cover and parody bands. It also demonstrates the impact of a changing cultural Zeitgeist on the evolution of popular music tributes, showing how music tributes can be related to other examples of retrospection. These influences are linked to the impact of new techlogy in making the art of paying tribute possible, showing how certain developments have created the musical equipment and apparatus for self-promotion, marketing and communication with fans. Whilst critical opinion on this type of entertainment remains divided, the author challenges negative responses through an interrogation of critiques of imitative cultural practices within a broader historical and cultural framework. The diversity of the homage industry is highlighted and the book avoids concentrating solely on well-kwn tributes, looking too, at the work of those operating in the 'alternative' tribute scene. The book explores the working life of musicians involved in the 'bargain basement' end of the live music industry, using interviews and first hand observations to show the trials and tribulations of paying homage. Finally, through an examination of the audience at tribute events, fandom and associated social and psychological aspects of participation are explored.

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PublisherEquinox Publishing Ltd

ISBN-101845532457

ISBN-139781845532451

eBay Product ID (ePID)178215793

Product Key Features

Number of Pages184 Pages

Publication NameSend in the Clones : a Cultural Study of the Tribute Band

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2012

SubjectMusic & Dance

TypeTextbook

AuthorGeorgina Gregory

Subject AreaMusic

SeriesStudies in Popular Music Ser.

FormatPaperback

Dimensions

Item Weight11.1 Oz

Height234mm

Width156mm

Weight299g

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Date of Publication01/03/2012

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

Place of PublicationLondon

Spine15mm

Series TitleStudies in Popular Music

GenreMusic & Dance

Country of PublicationUnited Kingdom

Author BiographyGeorgina Gregory is a senior lecturer in Media and Film at the University of Central Lancashire where she teaches modules on popular music, youth and popular culture and cultural theory. She also works as a freelance music researcher for the UK Performing Rights Society. In addition to publications on popular music and youth culture, Georgina is co-author of The Essential Guide to Careers in Media and Film (Sage, 2007).

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