"...a terrific read for lovers of great music and vinyl" --Ruth O'Connor, Irish Examiner. "Peppered with more than 200 colour and black and white images, this book shows off how photogenic the world of vinyl is for photographers." --Amateur Photography. "From a recording medium to a cult object - this book is for fans of music and vintage items." --New Design. The good old record is still spinning! With its demise predicted over and over, the vinyl has shown itself to triumphant over technology trends, beloved by music professionals and fans, collectors and DJs alike. This richly illustrated photo book celebrates the history of the record with over 200 colour and black and white images, seasoned with essential vinyl knowledge on record magazines, consoles, shops and cafes. From the art legends who shaped the cover art to the LPs that became coveted collector's items, this is a must-have compendium for all vinyl fans and collectors. Text in English and German.

Author: Markus Caspers, Thomas Hauffe
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Te Neues Publishing Company
Published: 10/26/2021
Pages: 208
Weight: 3.15lbs
Size: 12.00h x 9.30w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9783961713639
English and Ger Edition

About the Author

Markus Caspers has been authoring books on design, pop culture, and fashion history since 1996. After completing his studies, he worked as an art director in advertising and as a lecturer for graphics, semiotics, and commodity aesthetics. He earned his doctorate in automotive design; since 2009, he has been a design and media professor at the Neu-Ulm University of Applied Sciences, focusing on design practice, design theory, and image conception.