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Hearts on fire : six years that changed Canadian music 2000-2005 / by Barclay, Michael,1971-author.;
Includes bibliographical references.An authoritative, unprecedented account of how in the early 2000s Canadian music finally became cool. Featuring more than 100 exclusive interviews and two decades of research, 'Hearts on Fire' is the music book every Canadian music fan will want on their shelf. Michael Barclay lives in Toronto, ON. From the author of 'The Never-Ending Present'.
Subjects: Popular music; Popular music;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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First things first : hip-hop ladies who changed the game / by Simmons, Nadirah,author.;
This enlightening book reframes the history of hip-hop-and this time, women are given credit for all their trailblazing achievements that have left an undeniable impact on music. Hip-hop is not just the music, and women have played a big role in shaping the way it looks today. FIRST THINGS FIRST takes readers on a journey through some notable firsts by women in hip-hop history and their importance. Factual firsts like Queen Latifah becoming the first rapper to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Lauryn Hill making history as the first rapper to win the coveted Album of the Year Award at the GRAMMYs, April Walker being the first woman to dominate in the hip-hop fashion game, and Da Brat being the first solo woman rapper to have an album go platinum, and metaphorical firsts like Missy Elliott being the first woman rapper to go to the future. (Trust me, she really did.) Altogether, FIRST THINGS FIRST is a celebration of the achievements of women in hip-hop who broke down barriers and broke the mold. So the next time someone doesn't have their facts straight on the ladies in hip-hop, you can hit them with "first things first" ...
Subjects: Biographies.; Personal narratives.; Women rap musicians; Hip-hop; Rap (Music);
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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David Bowie made me gay : 100 years of LGBT music / by Bullock, Darryl W.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 329-351) and index.
Subjects: Gay musicians.; Popular music; Popular music;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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We want the funk! [videorecording] / by Nelson, Stanley,1951-television director.; London, Nicole,television director.; PBS Distribution (Firm),distributor.; Public Broadcasting Service (U.S.),broadcaster.;
We Want The Funk! is a syncopated voyage through funk's history, from its African and jazz roots to James Brown's early work and the rise of Parliament Funkadelic. Distinctly urban, funk reflected a post- Civil Rights sensibility. The film explores the symbiotic relationship between funk's explosion and the political and racial dynamics of 1970s inner-city America. An unapologetic expression of Black pride, resilience, and joy in the wake of the Civil Rights era. The film explores how funk's infectious grooves became a force of cultural resistance and self-determination. Packed with rare footage, legendary performances, and in-depth interviews with funk pioneers, We Want The Funk! captures the raw energy, deep soul, and unbreakable spirit of funk.E.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).DVD ; wide screen presentation ; 5.1 surround sound.
Subjects: Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Funk (Music); Funk (Music); Funk musicians;
For private home use only.
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The legendary Horseshoe Tavern : a complete history / by McPherson, David,M.A.,author.; Cuddy, Jim,writer of foreword.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Like the Queen Street strip that has been its home for seven decades, the Horseshoe Tavern continues to evolve. It remains as relevant today as it did when Jack Starr founded the country club on the site of a former blacksmith shop. From country and rockabilly to rock'n'roll, punk, alt/country, and back to roots music, the venerable live music venue has evolved with the times and trends, always keeping pace with the music. Over its seventy-year history, the Horseshoe has seen a flood of talent pass through. From Willie Nelson to Loretta Lynn, Stompin' Tom Connors to the Band, and Bryan Adams to the Tragically Hip, the Horseshoe has attracted premier acts from all eras of music. In The legendary Horseshoe Tavern, David McPherson captures the turbulent life of the bar, and of Canadian rock."--
Subjects: Horseshoe Tavern (Toronto, Ont.); Popular music; Rock music;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Songs of America : patriotism, protest, and the music that made a nation / by Meacham, Jon,author.; McGraw, Tim,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Music; Protest songs; Patriotic music; Music;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Music is history / by Questlove,author.; Greenman, Ben,author.;
Music Is History combines Questlove's deep musical expertise with his curiosity about history, examining America over the past fifty years.
Subjects: African Americans; Popular music; Popular music;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Somewhere over the rainbow : colors in music / by Byrne, Mike,1979-;
A whimsical color concept board book that shares some fun pop music history while teaching children all the colors of the rainbow. Preschoolers learning to identify colors will love this whimsical book, while music-savvy parents will love the artistic representation of some of their favorite song titles, including Little RED Corvette, BLUE Suede Shoes, and PINK Moon, just to name a few.LSC
Subjects: Popular music; Colors;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Tonight in Jungleland : the making of Born to run / by Carlin, Peter Ames,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."A fascinating behind-the-scenes account of the making of Bruce Springsteen's ground-breaking album, Born to Run -- one of the most iconic records in rock history -- Tonight in Jungleland combines lush music writing with unprecedented inside access to Springsteen, his bandmates, and the full story behind every song ... and coincides with the album's 50th anniversary in August 2025. From the opening piano notes of "Thunder Road," to the final outro of "Jungleland" -- with American anthems like "Born to Run" and "Tenth Avenue Freeze Out" in between -- Bruce Springsteen's seminal album, Born to Run, established Springsteen as a creative force in rock and roll. With his back against the wall, he wrote what has been hailed as a perfect album, a defining moment, and a roadmap for what would become a legendary career. Peter Ames Carlin, whose bestselling biography, Bruce, gave him rare access to Springsteen's inner circle, now returns with the full story of the making of this epic album. Released in August, 1975, Born to Run now celebrates its 50th anniversary. Carlin reveals a treasure trove of untold stories, detailing the writing and recording of every song, as well as the intense and at times tortuous process that mimicked the fault lines in Springsteen's psyche and career, even as it revealed the depth of his vision. A must-read for any music fan, Tonight in Jungleland takes us inside a hallowed creative process and lets us experience history"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Personal narratives.; Springsteen, Bruce.; Rock music;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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John & Paul : a love story in songs / by Leslie, Ian,1972-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."John Lennon and Paul McCartney knew each other for twenty-three years, from 1957 to 1980. This book is the myth-shattering biography of a relationship that changed the cultural history of the world. The Beatles shook the world to its core in the 1960's and, to this day, new generations continue to fall in love with their songs and their story. At the heart of this phenomenon lies the dynamic between John Lennon and Paul McCartney. Few other musical partnerships have been rooted in such a deep, intense and complicated personal relationship. John and Paul's relationship was defined by its complexity: compulsive, tender and tempestuous; full of longing, riven by jealousy. Like the band, their relationship was always in motion, never in equilibrium for long. John & Paul traces its twists and turns and reveals how these shifts manifested themselves in the music. The two of them shared a private language, rooted in the stories, comedy and songs they both loved as teenagers, and later, in the lyrics of Beatles songs. In John & Paul, acclaimed writer Ian Leslie uses the songs they wrote to trace the shared journey of these two compelling men before, during, and after The Beatles. Drawing on recently released footage and recordings, Leslie offers us an intimate and insightful new look at two of the greatest icons in music history, and rich insights into the nature of creativity, collaboration, and human intimacy"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Lennon, John, 1940-1980.; McCartney, Paul.; Beatles.; Male friendship.; Popular music; Popular music; Rock music; Rock music;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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