Science Fiction in Classic Rock

Musical Explorations of Space, Technology and the Imagination, 1967-1982

AvRobert McParland

Häftad, Engelska, 2017

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Beskrivning

As technology advances, society retains its mythical roots--a tendency evident in rock music and its enduring relationship with myth and science fiction. This study explores the mythical and fantastic themes of artists from the late 1960s to the mid-1980s, including David Bowie, Pink Floyd, Jefferson Airplane, Blue Oyster Cult, Iron Maiden, Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath. Drawing on insights from Joseph Campbell, J.G. Frazer, Carl Jung and Mircea Eliade, the author examines how performers have incorporated mythic archetypes and science fiction imagery into songs that illustrate societal concerns and futuristic fantasies.

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Utgivningsdatum:2017-11-29
Mått:152 x 229 x 11 mm
Vikt:272 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy
Antal sidor:208
Förlag:McFarland & Co Inc
ISBN:9781476664705

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Robert McParland is a professor of English at Felician University in Rutherford, New Jersey. His popular music writings include publications on The Beatles, The Who, U2, Bruce Springsteen, John Fogerty, Paul Simon, and American lyricists.

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'A must for anyone interested in rock music.' - Keys and Chords

Innehållsförteckning

Table of ContentsPrefaceIntroductionOne. Rock Music and the Mythic ImaginationTwo. The Forgotten Language: Rock, Myth and Science FictionThree. The Jefferson Starship Takes Off: The San Francisco SceneFour. The Electric Light Orchestra: Science Fiction with Strings AttachedFive. David Bowie: From Major Tom to Ziggy StardustSix. Pink Floyd: On the Dark Side of the MoonSeven. Blue Öyster Cult: Collaboration with Science Fiction WritersEight. Rush to Other Realms: A Band’s Genuine Love of Science FictionNine. The Alan Parsons Project: Robots and TelepathyCodaChapter NotesBibliographyIndex