Blues to Blackened Steel: The Unlikely Evolution of Metal (eBook, ePUB)
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Blues to Blackened Steel: The Unlikely Evolution of Metal is a riveting exploration of the genre's roots and history, taking readers on a journey from the dusty crossroads of the Mississippi Delta to the thundering arenas of modern metal. This book offers a fresh perspective on the music that has captivated generations of fans, and will leave readers with a deep appreciation for the fascinating and unexpected link between blues and metal music.Discover how the story of Robert Johnson, a bluesman who allegedly sold his soul to the devil, paved the way for the development of metal music. Explore...
Blues to Blackened Steel: The Unlikely Evolution of Metal is a riveting exploration of the genre's roots and history, taking readers on a journey from the dusty crossroads of the Mississippi Delta to the thundering arenas of modern metal. This book offers a fresh perspective on the music that has captivated generations of fans, and will leave readers with a deep appreciation for the fascinating and unexpected link between blues and metal music.
Discover how the story of Robert Johnson, a bluesman who allegedly sold his soul to the devil, paved the way for the development of metal music. Explore the early days of heavy metal, from the pioneering sounds of Black Sabbath to the thrash metal explosion of the 1980s, and the birth of black metal and its Scandinavian origins. The book also delves into the metal's use of satanic imagery, and its connection to horror and the macabre, examining the cultural and artistic influences that have shaped the genre.
But that's not all - the book also includes two bonus essays that offer a unique and insightful perspective on metal music. The first essay, "Women in Metal", explores the important role that women have played in the development and evolution of the genre, despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles. The second essay, "Metal and Horror", examines the deep connection between metal and horror, and how the two genres have influenced and inspired each other over the years.
Blues to Blackened Steel is a must-read for any music fan, metalhead or not. It offers a rich and detailed exploration of a genre that has shaped popular culture in countless ways. With its engaging prose and fresh insights, this book is sure to captivate and entice readers, leaving them with a newfound appreciation for the fascinating and often surprising world of metal music.
Discover how the story of Robert Johnson, a bluesman who allegedly sold his soul to the devil, paved the way for the development of metal music. Explore the early days of heavy metal, from the pioneering sounds of Black Sabbath to the thrash metal explosion of the 1980s, and the birth of black metal and its Scandinavian origins. The book also delves into the metal's use of satanic imagery, and its connection to horror and the macabre, examining the cultural and artistic influences that have shaped the genre.
But that's not all - the book also includes two bonus essays that offer a unique and insightful perspective on metal music. The first essay, "Women in Metal", explores the important role that women have played in the development and evolution of the genre, despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles. The second essay, "Metal and Horror", examines the deep connection between metal and horror, and how the two genres have influenced and inspired each other over the years.
Blues to Blackened Steel is a must-read for any music fan, metalhead or not. It offers a rich and detailed exploration of a genre that has shaped popular culture in countless ways. With its engaging prose and fresh insights, this book is sure to captivate and entice readers, leaving them with a newfound appreciation for the fascinating and often surprising world of metal music.
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