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The Book of Metal: The Most Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Metal Music Ever Created – Paperback Book

 

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The Book of Metal: The Most Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Metal Music Ever Created – Paperback Book

The Book of Metal: The Most Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Metal Music Ever Created is a paperback book that stands as a valuable and extensive resource for metal music enthusiasts. Published as an authoritative guide, it serves as a comprehensive encyclopedia dedicated to the vast and diverse world of metal music.

Within its pages, readers can expect to find a wealth of information covering various subgenres, iconic bands, influential musicians, historical milestones, and the evolution of metal music across decades. It acts as a bridge between the past and present, shedding light on the roots of metal while also exploring its contemporary iterations.

This authoritative, finely researched volume is the definitive encyclopedia of metal music. It draws on acts relevant throughout the genre’s history from Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin through to current innovators such as Papa Roach, Cradle of Filth, Marilyn Manson, and Limp Bizkit. Bands from the genres of goth, death metal, thrash metal, glam and punk, such as the Sex Pistols, Nirvana, and Rancid, are also included.

The bands are listed from each of the major subgenres as well as side genres. Nu-metal, hardcore, grindcore, industrial, and power metal all have their own sections in the book, complete with “genre traits” section and the names of bands that typify that sound. Illustrated throughout with the best color photography from the last 30 years of metal music and featuring 200 photos from the Metal Hammer archive, this is the most comprehensive encyclopedia of metal music ever created and the ultimate reference for fans of all metal music, worldwide.

The book’s comprehensive nature makes it a suitable reference for both seasoned metalheads and newcomers eager to explore the genre. It provides an unbiased and objective perspective on the multifaceted metal landscape, allowing readers to delve deep into the music’s history, culture, and impact on the wider music industry.

The Book of Metal is a treasure trove of knowledge, offering a holistic view of metal music in all its forms. Whether you’re interested in the origins of heavy metal, the intricacies of subgenres like thrash or black metal, or the stories behind legendary bands and albums, this paperback encyclopedia serves as an indispensable companion for anyone passionate about the world of metal music.

Brand New

Soft Cover

256 Pages

UPC – 9781560254195

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