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Creem magazine editor Lester Bangs discusses the future of rock and roll, and the place for the aging icons of youth such as The Rolling Stones and Black Oak Arkansas. How will culture embrace them as they grow old? What place in history will the golden age of rock and roll hold?
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Youth and rebellion are inextricably linked to rock music of the 1960s. Much more than an aesthetic window dressing, popular music has a strong influence over culture and politics. In this powerful episode, Tony Palmer explores the role of pop music with as protest, and propaganda.
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David Bowie, Kiss, Elton John - with these musical giants came a transformation of rock and roll. Slick costumes, garish theatricality, and extensively produced sounds contrast the raw sounds that had previously dominated the airwaves. Is glitter rock a sign of the death of rock and roll?
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Maligned by the rock and pop industries, the nostalgic sounds of country music nonetheless command a place in the history of popular music. From the settlement of the west to the powerhouse of Nashville, this episode explores the deep and compelling history of the genre.
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Many people who are car enthusiasts and are mechanically inclined dream of a career in automotive care and service. This work is essential and incredibly valuable since so few know how to do it. As the nation has again begun to embrace the opportunities offered by trade schools and vocational education, the time is again ripe to encourage mechanically skilled teens to pursue this career path. This guide describes the wide range of jobs and specializations...
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Building maintenance workers are engaged in operating and maintaining high-tech, computerized power plant systems, as well as light plumbing and electrical work in various types of buildings. This valuable guide instructs readers in how to parlay their handyman skills into a stable, secure, varied, and never boring career in a variety of buildings and institutions. The skills required for each specialty and type of building are spelled out, and proven...
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Childcare is a field that continues to grow, as the economy forces more and more people with children to work outside the home. This guide to finding a meaningful job in childcare provides the basic needs of any job seeker: how to craft a successful resume and cover letter, how to dress for an interview, and how to be the best worker you can be. It covers all of the bases, including getting safety certification, licensing, and handling tax concerns...
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