{"title":"Series: American Made Music Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Made Music Series\u003c\/strong\u003e delves into the rich tapestry of musical creativity shaped across the United States, weaving together cultural history with artistic expression. Readers will find insightful explorations that touch on diverse genres and the societal influences that help define the country's unique soundscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom analytical perspectives rooted in \u003cem\u003earts and culture\u003c\/em\u003e to broader reflections that resonate with themes in \u003cem\u003ehistory\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ephilosophy\u003c\/em\u003e, this collection offers a compelling journey through music’s evolving identity. It is a thoughtful companion for anyone interested in understanding how American music shapes and reflects its world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"avenue-breakdown-by-john-m-shaw-9781496862679","title":"Avenue Breakdown","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvenue Breakdown\u003c\/em\u003e uncovers the rich yet often overlooked legacy of Black music in Shreveport, Louisiana—a city better known for country tunes and the Louisiana Hayride. This compelling history shines a spotlight on the city’s vibrant postwar scene, where blues, R\u0026amp;B, jazz, soul, funk, and gospel thrived in Black neighbourhoods despite the pressures of segregation and state-sanctioned violence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the iconic downtown record store of Stan Lewis to clubs that pulsed with the sound of legends, Shreveport fostered a dynamic music culture that drew producers and performers from across the region. Yet, systemic racism and economic decline eroded this cultural lifeblood, culminating in moments of unrest like the Cedar Grove Riot of 1988.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning decades of music, struggle, and community resilience, \u003cem\u003eAvenue Breakdown\u003c\/em\u003e captures the power of sound to challenge, uplift, and endure. It’s a vital record of a city’s past and an invitation to consider what comes next for the music of the Ark-La-Tex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47933886464236,"sku":"9781496862679","price":118.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781496862679-avenue-breakdown.jpg?v=1783881388"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/series-american-made-music-series.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}