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"Members of U2, R.E.M., Radiohead and the Red Hot Chili Peppers share several common bonds. Having emerged from punk's do-it-yourself ethos, they embody collective creativity over individual artistry. With the exception of the Chili Peppers' revolving-door guitarists, each band's lineup has remained stable while the groups outlasted most of their contemporaries. The twin factors of group-inspired music and long-term collaboration make these four bands important case studies in modern rock and roll." "With a focus on internal creative dynamics, author Mirit Eliraz studies four of the most popular, critically acclaimed, and prolific rock bands of the last quarter century. Introductory chapters offer band bios; reasons for formation; and each group's friends, collaborators and business partners. Middle chapters discuss the governing structures and general relations within the bands; obstacles to unity and survival; how diverse elements are merged into a productive whole; role divisions; the collaborative process; and life on the road. Concluding chapters cover external influences on band dynamics; the evolution of each band's communal life; and challenges to the band paradigm."--BOOK JACKET.… (lisätietoja)
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"Band Together" provides great insight into the inner workings of the four title bands. Mirit Eliraz does a good job of picking apart exactly what it is that defines each of these bands and sets them apart from other, less successful bands. She puts a lot of emphasis on the idea of friendship and an innate chemistry between the band members. They just "click," and they depend on each other. Members of each band admit that they would be nothing without their counterparts. The book flows very logically, and it is easy to follow. I found this book very interesting and a good read for anyone interested in music, particularly fans of U2, R.E.M., Radiohead, and/or the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
One slight issue I have with "Band Together" is that Eliraz' assertions sometimes contradict one another. For example, she states in the beginning of the book that friendship is one of the main constants that glues each band together; however, much of the book focuses on the turbulent relationships between band members. These friendships were very rocky at times, even to the point of band members not speaking to one another while recording or on tour. Although Eliraz points out that these rough times were reflected in their music, I still think that it is a bit contradictory from the general idea put forth at the beginning of the book. However, this is not a prevalent issue, and the overall effect of the book is positive. I genuinely enjoyed reading this book, especially because I am familiar with/fans of the bands involved. ( )
"Members of U2, R.E.M., Radiohead and the Red Hot Chili Peppers share several common bonds. Having emerged from punk's do-it-yourself ethos, they embody collective creativity over individual artistry. With the exception of the Chili Peppers' revolving-door guitarists, each band's lineup has remained stable while the groups outlasted most of their contemporaries. The twin factors of group-inspired music and long-term collaboration make these four bands important case studies in modern rock and roll." "With a focus on internal creative dynamics, author Mirit Eliraz studies four of the most popular, critically acclaimed, and prolific rock bands of the last quarter century. Introductory chapters offer band bios; reasons for formation; and each group's friends, collaborators and business partners. Middle chapters discuss the governing structures and general relations within the bands; obstacles to unity and survival; how diverse elements are merged into a productive whole; role divisions; the collaborative process; and life on the road. Concluding chapters cover external influences on band dynamics; the evolution of each band's communal life; and challenges to the band paradigm."--BOOK JACKET.
One slight issue I have with "Band Together" is that Eliraz' assertions sometimes contradict one another. For example, she states in the beginning of the book that friendship is one of the main constants that glues each band together; however, much of the book focuses on the turbulent relationships between band members. These friendships were very rocky at times, even to the point of band members not speaking to one another while recording or on tour. Although Eliraz points out that these rough times were reflected in their music, I still think that it is a bit contradictory from the general idea put forth at the beginning of the book. However, this is not a prevalent issue, and the overall effect of the book is positive. I genuinely enjoyed reading this book, especially because I am familiar with/fans of the bands involved. ( )