The book explores the evolution of the record industry, highlighting the transition from the CD boom of the late 1980s to the challenges faced in recent years. It delves into significant developments over the past decade, providing insights into the industry's transformation and the factors contributing to its current state.
The Faber Companion to 20th Century Popular Music has established itself as the classic reference work in this area. From ABBA to ZZ Top, through Noel Coward, The Skatalites and The Stone Roses, this book covers the major players in the vast history of popular music in the twentieth century. With over 2,500 entries and covering bebop to western swing by way of psychedelic rock, Hardy's companion maps out a cultural history of the century that is both entertaining and informative.
Set against the backdrop of a struggling football program, the story follows Mark Richardson as he returns to his hometown to take on the role of head coach for the Jordan football team. With a history marred by a lengthy losing streak and a trophy case filled with relics from a more glorious past, the narrative explores themes of redemption and the challenges of revitalizing a once-proud team. As Richardson faces skepticism from the community, the journey to restore hope and success unfolds.