Crooner : Singing from the Heart from Sinatra to Nas

• Record Nr.: UNINA9911026028803321
• Autore: Coles Alex
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: London : , : Reaktion Books, Limited, , 2023; ©2023
• ISBN: 9781789148305; 1789148308
• Edizione: [1st ed.]
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (207 pages)
• Collana: Reverb Series
• Soggetti: Crooning; Vocal music
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Nota di contenuto: Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Contents -- Introduction -- 1. Frank Sinatra: 'What's New?' (1958) -- 2. Scott Walker: 'It's Raining Today' (1969) -- 3. Barry White: 'Bring Back My Yesterday' (1973) -- 4. David Bowie: 'Word on a Wing' (1976) -- 5. Bryan Ferry: 'When She Walks (in the Room)' (1978) -- 6. Tom Waits: 'Ruby's Arms' (1980) -- 7. Grace Jones: 'Unlimited Capacity for Love' (1982) -- 8. Ian McCulloch: 'Ocean Rain' (1984) -- 9. Nick Cave: 'Far from Me' (1997) -- 10. Nas: 'Bye Baby' (2012) -- Conclusion -- References -- Select Bibliography -- Select Discography -- Acknowledgements -- Photo Acknowledgements -- Index.
• Sommario/riassunto: This book, part of the Reverb series, explores the cultural and historical connections between crooners and popular music from the mid-twentieth century to the present. It delves into the evolution of the crooner, a baritone singer known for emotional expression through song, examining figures from Frank Sinatra to Nas across various musical genres. The book analyzes the crooner's impact on vocal music, focusing on four key elements: voice, torch ballads, concept albums, and studio manipulation. By tracing the archetype of the crooner through changing times and musical styles, the book highlights its central role in the development of popular music and its influence on masculinity. Intended for music enthusiasts and scholars, ; it offers insights into the emotive power and versatility of crooners.