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Elijah Wald
12 books
About the Author
Elijah Wald is a renowned music historian and author whose work delves into the myths and realities shaping American popular music. With a background as a folk-blues musician and freelance writer for publications like The Boston Globe and The San Francisco Chronicle, Wald brings an insider's perspective to his meticulously researched narratives. His books challenge conventional wisdom, offering fresh insights into iconic figures and movements that defined 20th-century soundscapes. Wald's explorations reveal how cultural legends are constructed, blending rigorous scholarship with engaging storytelling to illuminate the evolution of genres from blues to rock. A former Harvard teaching fellow, he continues to lecture and write on music's profound influence on society.
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Books by Elijah Wald
