Sound System: The Political Power of Music - Dave Randall T shirt History Books of the Year

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'Fascinating … A deeply intelligent look at music and society and in particular pop’s tempestuous relationship with commerce' Mark Radcliffe

Nigel Flanagan brings to the question of organising a sharp and critical analysis of the problems thrown up in the new world of work

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portrayed as a necessary and paradigmatic war that defeated fascism

Sound System: The Political Power of Music - Dave Randall T shirt History Books of the YearMusicians have often wanted to change the world. From underground innovators to pop icons, many have believed in the political power of music. Rulers recognise it too. Music has been used to challenge the political and social orderand to prop up the status quo. Sound System is the story of one musicians journey to discover what makes music so powerful. Dave Randall uses his insiders knowledge of the industry to shed light on the secrets of celebrity,