{"title":"Steve Tupai Francis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteve Tupai Francis\u003c\/strong\u003e delves into the intricate interplay between music, technology, and culture, offering insightful explorations that resonate with readers interested in the arts. His writing often examines pioneering movements and figures, shedding light on their impact within the wider creative landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith works like \u003cem\u003eKraftwerk's Computer World\u003c\/em\u003e, Francis invites readers to consider how electronic music and cultural innovation shape each other, making his books essential for anyone intrigued by the evolution of contemporary arts \u0026amp; culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kraftwerks-computer-world-by-steve-tupai-francis-9781501378980","title":"Kraftwerk's Computer World","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eComputer World\u003c\/i\u003e was Kraftwerk’s most concise and focused conceptual statement, their most influential record and crowning achievement. \u003ci\u003eComputer World\u003c\/i\u003e transformed the way pop music was composed, played, packaged, and released and, in the process, helped create entire new genres of music including hip-hop, techno, trance, electro, industrial, and synth-pop. They influenced the influencers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUpon its release on 10 May 1981, the record was a revelation. It was unlike anything created for mainstream consumers of music at that time, an electronic suite of assured and industrious propulsive forward movement. Kraftwerk set off a sonic detonation that is still being felt today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book explores Kraftwerk’s revolutionary sonic template, their conceptual and artistic preoccupations, and lyrical obsessions to provide new insights into one of the greatest records ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47431407730924,"sku":"9781501378980","price":21.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781501378980.jpg?v=1774557840"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/steve-tupai-francis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}