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Book SynopsisBased on 18 years of sociological research and 52 years of rock ‘n’ roll fandom, Baby Boomer Rock ’n’ Roll Fans: The Music Never Ends draws on data collected from participant observations and interviews with artists, fans, and producers to explore our aging rock culture through the filter of symbolic interactionist theory.
Trade ReviewIn this interesting evaluation of the role rock 'n' roll music plays in the lives of the baby boomer generation, defined broadly as those (Americans?) born between 1945 and 1964, sociologist Kotarba's essential aim is to demonstrate that rock music is as important to the personal and social identity of adults from this period as it is to today's "youth" culture, which is more often the focus of examinations of rock and popular music study. Certainly, his arguments are easily sustained, and often humorously so, which makes for an easy read. The author's target audience (baby boomers) is the group most likely to relate to the music examples and situations discussed. Younger audiences, however, may feel disconnected with the topics, having yet to experience aspects such as parenting or spiritual awareness as part of their reality. Summing Up: Recommended. * CHOICE *
