Beschreibung:
Japanese popular culture has been steadily increasing in visibility both in Asia and beyond in recent years. This book examines Japanese popular music, exploring its historical development, technology, business and production aspects, audiences, and language and culture.
1. Introduction 2. Definitions of Japanese Music 3. The Particulars of History 4. The Business Side: Connections, Culture and Contexts 5. Technology, Consumption and Authenticity 6. Translations: "Internationalizing" Language and Music. Appendix A: Glossary. Appendix B: Major Record Labels in Japan