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Your Favorite Band Is Killing Me
Your Favorite Band Is Killing Me: What Pop Music Rivalries Reveal About the Meaning of Life | Steven Hyden
One of Amazon's Best Books of the Month Music critic Steven Hyden explores nineteen music rivalries and what they say about life Beatles vs. Stones. Biggie vs. Tupac. Kanye vs. Taylor. Who do you choose? And what does that say about you? Actually--what do these endlessly argued-about pop music rivalries say about us? Music opinions bring out passionate debate in people, and Steven Hyden knows that firsthand. Each chapter in YOUR FAVORITE BAND IS KILLING ME focuses on a pop music rivalry, from the classic to the very recent, and draws connections to the larger forces surrounding the pairing. Through Hendrix vs. Clapton, Hyden explores burning out and fading away, while his take on Miley vs. Sinead gives readers a glimpse into the perennial battle between old and young. Funny and accessible, Hyden's writing combines cultural criticism, personal anecdotes, and music history--and just may prompt you to give your least favorite band another chance.
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claudsxpd
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Easy-going, yet thought-provoking read. If you‘re a fan of music, definitely pick this one up!

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claudsxpd
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Found at my local library 👍🏽#yourfavoritebandiskillingme

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What does liking your favorite band say about you? I'll always take the Beatles over the Stones, Nirvana over Pearl Jam, Prince over Michael Jackson or Cyndi Lauper over Madonna. 4 💥💥💥💥 out of 5.

LibrarianRyan I agree with your music selection. 6y
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This whole page 🤣

keithmalek I liked this book. 6y
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sfhwrites
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Funny, sarcastic, and utterly entertaining look into some of the biggest rivalries in music, and what our investment in them says about humanity. Loved the episodic nature of each chapter, enabling me to read other books concurrently. If you love music and humor, this is for you.

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shbouzounis
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This is where the book finally came together for me.

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Lissa00
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I don't keep detailed stats, but I like the idea of looking back on my reading month😀

Reviewsbylola I usually just keep track on Goodreads but this seemed fun! Looks like you had a great month! 8y
ChasingOm I do too, and yours is beautiful. 😊 8y
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"Getting overtly wrapped up in an album is basically a socially acceptable version of having an imaginary friend." - I've had many imaginary friends over the years then!

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Lissa00
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I'm really excited to start this one!

brendanmleonard Excited for this! Let us know how it is. 8y
ErinEBW I need to read this one, too! 8y
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This book is like sitting in the corner of a bar, so lost in conversation that you don't notice it's last call. Steven Hyden is out to explore the deeper meaning of humanity, but he also just really loves talking about music. Full of facts & context, & rich w/ the passion of a true fan. -Jocelyn

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