Book review: Finding the right tune to chronicle music history in modern society

Weighing in at over 800 pages and forensically researched, 'And the Roots of Rhythm Remain' is an imposing history of music in modern global society
Book review: Finding the right tune to chronicle music history in modern society

Joe Boyd moves swiftly across the various acts in his latest release. Picture: Thomas Kronsteiner/Getty Images

Sat, 09 Nov, 2024 - 01:00
 Colm o'Callaghan

  • And the Roots of Rhythm Remain
  • Joe Boyd
  • Faber, £30.00 

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