Titoli in Compositori e musicisti

“Brazenly entertaining. . . . It summons to the page a Broadway voice like no other.”—Los Angeles Times “[An] erudite and affably self-conscious memoir of the creative process.”—Vulture An intimate portrait of a genius: the late Stephen Sondheim in a series of illuminating and deeply...

The strange tale of a boy named Flea starts in Rye, NY. It was all very normal. But soon his parents divorced and his mother Patricia remarried a jazz musician. Flea's stepfather frequently invited musicians to his house for jam sessions which sparked Flea's interest in music. The family moved...

What do you do when you realise you have everything you think you've ever wanted but still feel completely empty? What do you do when it all starts to fall apart? The second volume of Moby's extraordinary life story is a journey into the dark heart of fame and the demons that lurk just beneath the bling and bluster of the celebrity lifestyle. In summer 1999, Moby released the album that defined the millennium, PLAY. Like generation-defining albums before it, PLAY was ubiquitous, and catapulted Moby to superstardom.

In this candid interview, Brad Delp, the iconic voice of Boston, shares the story behind one of rock's most successful debuts — from early demos and repeated rejections to global success. He reflects on working with producer Tom Scholz, the making of classics like More Than a Feeling, and the challenges of performing them live. Along the way, Delp opens up about the band's influences, handling criticism, and their deep connection with fans. Honest, personal, and revealing, this is a must-listen for classic rock fans.

In this insightful interview, Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead reflects on a lifetime of music — from shaping a retrospective of his work to the ever-evolving nature of songs on stage and in the studio. He shares stories of collaboration, songwriting, and the magic of live performance, where music becomes a powerful exchange between band and audience. Touching on influences from jazz to Bob Dylan, Weir offers a rare and thoughtful glimpse into his creative world. Insightful, spontaneous, and deeply personal, this is a must-listen for fans of classic rock.

In this exclusive promo interview for their 30th Anniversary DVD release, Buck Dharma and Eric Bloom of Blue Öyster Cult reflect on the band's journey from their early days under a different name to becoming rock icons. They share insights on how they choose songs for their live shows, favourite venues, and the challenges they faced whilst recording the anniversary DVD. The duo also discuss their songwriting process, the meaning behind classics like "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" and "Burning for You," and their music's appearances in films and even The Simpsons.

'No ordinary pop biography, this is a very personal exploration of a very unusual artist' – Dorian Lynskey 'A beautiful, frequently extraordinary book. Part biography, part social commentary and part love letter, it somehow does full justice to the magnificent man it examines' – James...

A fascinating memoir from a legendary music business executive.

From the heart of Memphis, the city where legends are born, emerged the greatest of them all—adored by millions, devoted to his music, and unwavering in his love for his mother. This icon, both mysterious and unmistakable, rose to reign as the unstoppable King of Rock ‘n’ Roll—Elvis Presley.

Amongst all the figures in the history of Western art forms, Beethoven is one of the most radical and influential. Not only did he produce some of the most celebrated and recognizable music of all time, but his influence dramatically accelerated the development of musical composition. He was instrumental in raising the status of the composer from that of a court servant to one of an independent artist.

Beginning with his childhood growing up in Chicago’s Cabrini Green neighborhood, Ramsey Lewis recounts his memories of the music in his parents’ church and his early piano lessons. As he learned classical technique, Lewis also absorbed countless jazz records and heard gospel music weekly, finally becoming a performer himself in his teenage years. With his coauthor and collaborator, Aaron Cohen, Lewis describes his early steps in jazz from joining the Clefs in the ’50s, to eventually establishing the Ramsey Lewis Trio. This memoir provides an evocative tour of Lewis’s life.

When aspiring violinist Jessica Chiccehitto Hindman lands a job with a professional ensemble in New York City, she imagines she has achieved her lifelong dream. But the ensemble proves to be a sham. When the group "performs", the microphones are never on. Instead, the music blares from a CD. The mastermind behind this scheme is a peculiar and mysterious figure known as The Composer, who is gaslighting his audiences with music that sounds suspiciously like the Titanic movie soundtrack.

A smart, funny, and refreshingly candid memoir from Mark Hoppus, the vocalist, bassist, and founding member of pop-punk band blink-182. Narrated in his own voice, the audiobook offers an intimate and immersive experience that fans won’t want to miss. This is the story of an angst-filled kid...

Grâce à ses chansons d’une qualité d’écriture peu commune, Leonard Cohen est assurément l’un des artistes les plus estimés et admirés du paysage musical des cinquante dernières années. Il est de ceux qui, tout au long de leur carrière, ont su se réinventer pour répondre aux attentes du public. Difficile, néanmoins, de raconter Leonard Cohen tant il y a à dire sur cet être charismatique à bien des égards et ô combien fascinant.

Deus sempre nos dá uma oportunidade de recomeçar. Por mais que os dias sejam difíceis, uma nova porta pode se abrir. Eu experimentei um recomeço em minha vida quando não havia mais esperança; e com você pode acontecer a mesma coisa. Deus pode renovar sua vida! Mesmo que agora você esteja a ponto de desistir de tudo, pare um momento e ouça o que vou lhe dizer: "Você merece uma segunda chance!" Deus está pronto para lhe oferecer a oportunidade de mudar de vida, de conquistar tudo aquilo que brilha em seu coração.

"La testa nel secchio, Tenco, Paoli, Lauzi, Ciampi, Dalla. Le mie ragazzate in compagnia dei cantautori" è l'audiolibro autobiografico di Gian Franco Reverberi che racconta in voce la storia della sua vita artistica attraverso mezzo secolo di storia della musica italiana. "Luigi e Fabrizio erano molto amici, e la volta che Tenco era venuto a sapere che De André spacciava Quando (1960) per sua, si era non solo meravigliato, ma anche seccato. Senza lasciar passare il tempo, lo ha affrontato chiedendogli se fosse vero.

Valentina ha all'attivo album e concerti, e naviga ogni giorno nelle acque profonde dello swing, del jazz, del blues e anche del pop. Louis Armstrong e le note inconfondibili della sua tromba sono entrati nella storia della musica del Novecento. Universalmente riconosciuto come uno dei padri del genere musicale del jazz, Armstrong ebbe una vita di alti e bassi, da cui uscì vittorioso, e una carriera costellata di avventure: era un ribelle nella musica, amava rompere gli schemi accademici, stupire, far sorridere e far piangere allo stesso tempo.

Enter the world of Carlos Santana in this inspiring interview as he shares his thoughts on music, creativity, spirituality, and what makes songs timeless. Santana reflects on legends like John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Bob Marley and Jimi Hendrix, whilst revealing stories behind working with Michelle Branch, Seal and Rob Thomas. Passionate, uplifting, and full of wisdom, this is a rare glimpse inside the mind of a true music icon.

A rare and revealing interview with Peter Gabriel on the release of his landmark 1986 album So. Speaking with Rhona Elliott, he explores the creative process behind the record, the soul and world-music influences behind Sledgehammer, and stories behind Don't Give Up, Red Rain, and In Your Eyes. Gabriel also reflects on technology, activism, and music's power to drive change, including his support for Amnesty International and the impact of Biko. A fascinating portrait of an artist balancing chart success, bold ideas, and humanitarian vision.

Schumann representa una de las cimas del romanticismo alemán. Su legado es un precioso conjunto de obras musicales (instrumentales, vocales, corales y numerosos conciertos para piano) que siguen vigentes y constituyen fuente de belleza para todos los seres humanos.