{"product_id":"on-record-vol-2-1984-9780991566846","title":"On Record - Vol. 2: 1984","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemember 1984?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe year happily wasn’t like the book of the same name. The introduction of the Macintosh computer took a sledgehammer to it. So did the emergence of Mario Bros. Technology also ushered in compact discs, and cassettes outsold vinyl for the first time. It was the “Year of the Yuppie,” with fashion trending towards shoulder pads and power suits, neon-colored fabrics and parachute pants. The Space Shuttle \u003cem\u003eDiscovery\u003c\/em\u003e launched its maiden voyage, while iconic movies such as \u003cem\u003eGhostbusters\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBeverly Hills Cop\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eFootloose\u003c\/em\u003e ruled the box office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd through it all, there was the unforgettable music that defined the moment and became the soundtrack to our lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere were indelible albums—Prince’s \u003cem\u003ePurple Rain\u003c\/em\u003e, Madonna’s \u003cem\u003eLike a Virgin\u003c\/em\u003e and Bruce Springsteen’s \u003cem\u003eBorn in the U.S.A.\u003c\/em\u003e Van Halen’s “Jump” became one of the most popular summer singles by the biggest band on the planet. The burgeoning influence of MTV forever changed how we saw artists and envisioned their songs, bringing the synth-pop genre and the growing influence of hip-hop culture to a massive audience. Alternative rock and hardcore were on the rise with R.E.M. and Black Flag, respectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eOn Record\u003c\/em\u003e “Vol. 2: 1984”—the second title in his award-winning series—acclaimed music journalist G. Brown transports readers back to one of the most vibrant years in music history. Through vivid storytelling and striking imagery, Brown shares his decades of exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews and an archive of nearly 15,000 rare editorial photographs. Through his incisive writing and historical perspective,\u003cem\u003e On Record\u003c\/em\u003e “Vol 2: 1984” captures the energy, innovation and cultural shifts that defined the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003cem\u003eOn Record\u003c\/em\u003e “Vol. 2: 1984” for a comprehensive record of musical legacies: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe emergence of Tina Turner, Cyndi Lauper and Paula Abdul as dominant female artists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefining records from Huey Lewis \u0026amp; the News, George Michael, Tears for Fears and even “Weird Al” Yankovic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong releases in thrash metal and hard rock from Metallica, Iron Maiden and Twisted Sister\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew wave bands such as Culture Club, Thompson Twins and Frankie Goes to Hollywood, who told the world to “Relax”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe year’s top releases in R\u0026amp;B, alternative, country and jazz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn Record\u003c\/em\u003e “Vol. 2: 1984” brims with visual narratives that inspire, educate and entertain, providing an indispensable guide to the extraordinary music of that year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeticulously edited and beautifully designed, this oversized edition is printed to the highest standards, making it a stunning gift or centerpiece for your living room, music room, man cave or creative space—wherever the soundtrack to your life plays loudest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"G. Brown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48281717997819,"sku":"9780991566846","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3917\/9771\/files\/9780991566846.jpg?v=1772483464","url":"https:\/\/indiepubs.com\/products\/on-record-vol-2-1984-9780991566846","provider":"IndiePubs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}