Cassette Cultures: The Past and Present of a Musical Icon

by John Z. Komurki

From videos by Frank Ocean to the "Guardians of the Galaxy" movie, tapes have become increasingly prominent in cinema, advertising, and, of course, the music industry. And as tape sales in the US grew by 74 percent last year, it is time to address past, present and future of the "Compact Cassette" as icon of popular culture. New generations of individuals, record labels and DIY communities are rediscovering its unique characteristics, adapting them...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3716518484
• ISBN13: 9783716518489
• Release Date: August 2019
• Publisher: Benteli
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.3" x 8.3"