Wheaton, RJ

Portishead's Dummy

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ISBN 13:: 9781441194497
author:: Wheaton, RJ
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Continuum
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2001
Pages:: 144
Dimensions:: 16.3 x 11.9 x 1.8 cm
Genre:: Rock & Pop music
Condition:: New
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Portishead's Dummy: A Cultural Phenomenon RJ Wheaton's investigation into Portishead's iconic album offers a unique perspective on its creation and impact. By combining interviews, cultural criticism, and in-depth analysis of the music itself, Wheaton explores how an innovative, experimental record became a defining sound of the 1990s. The book delves into the ways Dummy was both celebrated and critiqued upon its release, shedding light on the factors that contributed to its widespread success. From its origins as a product of a niche local scene to its global appeal, Dummy's story is one of artistic innovation and cultural relevance. This book provides a fascinating insight into the enduring influence of Portishead's Dummy, an album that continues to shape our understanding of music in the digital age.

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