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Our Noise: The Story Of Merge Records, The Indie Label That Got Big And Stayed Small
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Merge Records Defies Everything Youve Heard About The Music Business. Started By Two Twentyyearold Musicians, Merge Is A Lesson In How To Make And Market Great Music On A Human Scale. The Fact That The Company Is Prospering In A Failing Industry Is Something Of A Miracle. Yet Two Of Their Bands Made The Billboard Top 10 List; More Than 1 Million Copies Of Arcade Fire'S Neon Bible Have Been Sold; Spoon Has Appeared On Saturday Night Live And The Tonight Show; And The Magnetic Fields' 69 Love Songs Is A Contemporary Classic.In Celebration Of Their Twentieth Anniversary, Founders Mac And Laura Offer Firstperson Accountswith The Help Of Their Colleagues And Merge Artistsof Their Work, Their Lives, And The Culture Of Making Music. Our Noise Also Tells The Behindthescenes Stories Of Arcade Fire, Spoon, The Magnetic Fields, Superchunk, Lambchop, Neutral Milk Hotel, And Butterglory. Hundreds Of Personal Photos Of The Bands, Along With Album Cover Art, Concert Posters, And Other Memorabilia Are Included.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Our Noise: The Story of Merge Records'? A: The book provides an in-depth look at Merge Records, an independent music label, detailing its history, the journey of its founders, and the stories behind their successful artists.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Laura Ballance and Mac McCaughan, the founders of Merge Records.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers will gain insights into the music industry from an independent label perspective, including personal anecdotes from the founders and stories from various artists.
- Q: How many pages is 'Our Noise'? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on September 15, 2009.
- Q: What condition is the book in if marked as 'Good'? A: A 'Good' condition indicates that the book has been used but is still in decent shape, showing signs of wear but without any major defects.
- Q: Who are some of the artists featured in the book? A: The book features stories from artists such as Arcade Fire, Spoon, and the Magnetic Fields, among others.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone not familiar with Merge Records? A: Yes, the book is accessible to those unfamiliar with Merge Records, providing background information and context about the label and its artists.
- Q: Does the book include photographs or memorabilia? A: Yes, 'Our Noise' includes hundreds of personal photos, album cover art, concert posters, and other memorabilia related to Merge Records.