Sellout- The Major-Label Feeding Frenzy That Swept Punk, Emo, and Hardcore (1994-2007) by Dan Ozzi

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NATIONAL BESTSELLERAN NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR"Ozzi's reporting is strong, balanced and well told...a worthy successor to its obvious inspiration, Michael Azerrad's 2001 examination of the '80s indie underground, Our Band Could Be Your Life."-New York Times Book ReviewA raucous history of punk, emo, and hardcore's growing pains during the commercial boom of the early 90s and mid-aughts, following eleven bands as they "sell out" and find mainstream fame, or break beneath the weight of it all. Punk rock found itself at a crossroads in the mid-90's. After indie favorite Nirvana catapulted into the mainstream with its unexpected phenomenon, Nevermind, rebellion was suddenly en vogue. Looking to replicate the band's success, major record labels set their sights on the underground, and began courting punk's rising stars. But the DIY punk scene, which had long prided itself on its trademark authenticity and anti-establishment ethos, wasn't quite ready to let their homegrown acts go without a fight. The result was a schism- those who accepted the cash flow of the majors, and those who defiantly clung to their indie cred. In Sellout, seasoned music writer Dan Ozzi chronicles this embattled era in punk.

  • Product Features

    • Suggested age range- Adult
    • Format- Paperback
    • Product dimension- 5.2" W x 7.9" H x 1.3" D
    • Genre- Music
    • Publisher- HarperCollins Publishers, Publication date- 10-18-2022
    • Page count- 464
    • ISBN- 9780063269149

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11 months ago
from NJ

Great book about lousy bands

Dan Ozzi writes a compelling story. While remaining objective, he weaves a very readable tale about suburban wannabes and scene backstabbers that, following in the footsteps of Green Day, decided to put commerce before their art. Somehow avoiding discussing how music at this level of mediocrity and snoore inducing cliche took over your local high school in the early 2000's, Ozzi saves us from having to actually listen to these craptastic screamers and guitar slingers to give us the distilled essence of a scene that was not just flirting with major labels but actively gargling on that sweet, sweet A&R cash to polish turds and promote music that would otherwise have disappeared in the recycling bin of a Napster download. One truly great story about bands that suck so hard that the name of the book is in itself a dismissal of their artistic relevance.

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2 years ago
from DC Metro

Ten key ideas in the book

1. The music industry is ruthless and often exploits artists for profit. 2. The pressure to conform to mainstream standards can lead artists to sell out and compromise their artistic integrity. 3. Social media can be used as a tool to manipulate and control an artist's image. 4. The concept of authenticity is highly valued in the music industry, but often difficult to achieve. 5. The music industry often prioritizes profit over artistic expression and innovation. 6. The commodification of music can lead to a homogenization of sound and a lack of diversity in the industry. 7. The exploitation of underground and marginalized communities for profit is common in the music industry. 8. The blurred lines between art and capitalism can lead to a loss of authenticity in the music industry. 9. Success in the music industry often requires a strong understanding of marketing and branding. 10. The music industry can be a cutthroat and unforgiving place, leading to a high burnout rate for artists.

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