(영문도서) Sound Communities: Jazz Labels around the World, Paperback

Sound Communities: Jazz Labels around the World explores the diverse landscape of jazz music through the lens of independent record labels. This book takes a comprehensive look at the history, impact, and significance of jazz labels from around the world, shedding light on the unique contributions of each label to the global jazz community. With in-depth profiles of a wide range of jazz labels, including Blue Note, ECM, Impulse!, Verve, and many others, Sound Communities delves into the stories behind the music and the people who have shaped the jazz industry. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the cultural, social, and political contexts in which these labels operate, as well as the challenges they face in an ever-evolving music industry. From the iconic labels that have defined the jazz genre for decades to lesser-known labels making waves in the contemporary jazz scene, Sound Communities offers a comprehensive and engaging look at the rich tapestry of jazz music around the world. This book is a must-read for jazz enthusiasts, music scholars, and anyone interested in the intersection of music, culture, and commerce.