Art of Darkness - The History of Goth

This is the first comprehensive history of goth music and culture. John Robb explores the origins and legacy of this enduring scene, which has its roots in the post-punk era.Drawing on his own experience as a musician and journalist, Robb covers the style, the music and the clubs that spawned goth culture, alongside political and social conditions. Reaching back further into history, he examines key events and movements that frame the ideas of goth, from the fall of Rome to Lord Byron and the Romantic poets, European folk tales, Gothic art and the occult. Finally, he considers the current mainstream goth of Instagram influencers, film, literature and music.The art of darkness features interviews with Andrew Eldritch, Killing Joke, Bauhaus, The Cult, The Banshees, The Damned, Einstuerzende Neubauten, Johnny Marr, Trent Reznor, Adam Ant, Laibach, The Cure, Nick Cave and many more. It offers a first-hand account of being there at the gigs and clubs that made the scene happen.

Product details

• Authors: John Robb, Robb John
• Publisher: Manchester University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.10.2023
• EAN: 9781526176769
• ISBN: 978-1-5261-7676-9
• No. of pages: 744
• Dimensions: 135 mm x 220 mm x 60 mm
• Subjects: Education and learning > Teaching preparation > Vocational needs; Punk, Rock, Rock & Pop music, Social & cultural history, MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Rock, HISTORY / Europe / Great Britain / 20th Century, MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Punk, British & Irish history, Social and cultural history, Punk, New Wave & Indie