The University of Michigan Press has published “The Bastard Instrument: A Cultural History of the Electric Bass” by Brian F. Wright (ISBN 978-0-472-07681-9). In what Library Journal referred to as an “ingenious twist on contemporary pop musicology,” this book chronicles the history of the electric bass and the musicians who…
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BATHORY Biography Book To Be Published For The First Time In English
Pagan Records and Monomaniax will release the English-language edition of “From Hades to Valhalla… BATHORY – The Epic Story”, the unofficial but definitive biography of one of the most influential metal bands of all time. Written by renowned metal journalist José Luis Cano Barron, this comprehensive tome delves into the band’s illustrious career, offering…

KISS AT 50 Book by Martin Popoff Available October 10
KISS AT 50 Book by Martin Popoff Available October 10 Finally, a history and tribute worthy of the hottest band in the world…KISS! KISS AT 50 by Martin Popoff presents the legendary and extraordinary history of KISS, through fifty milestone events. Blasting out of New York City in 1973, KISS, became one…

CIA Operatives Dodge Danger In Realistic Novel THE HANDLER
CIA Operatives Dodge Danger In Realistic Novel THE HANDLER In the real world, “espionage is not a tuxedo and a martini,” quipped prolific author Jeffrey S. Stephens, who has written extensively about missions involving CIA operatives and national security. “They work in the shadows. They’re in danger,” he added. “There’s…

Storm King Comics to Debut John Carpenter’s USHER DOWN At Comic Con
Storm King Comics to Debut John Carpenter’s USHER DOWN At Comic Con Storm King Comics to Debut “USHER DOWN,” the Latest Volume of JOHN CARPENTER’S NIGHT TERRORS, This July at Comic-Con International: San Diego. The release of Usher Down coincides with the 10th anniversary celebration of Storm King Comics, the first comic…

New IRON MAIDEN book “Hallowed Be Thy Name: The Iron Maiden Bible” by Martin Popoff
A thrilling journey through the tumultuous history of Iron Maiden, one of the world’s most legendary heavy-metal bands. With unparalleled access to band members, managers, and exclusive archives, music critic and journalist Martin Popoff provides an intimate look into the life and times of Iron Maiden, from their humble beginnings in…
THE RODS Drummer Carl Canedy To Release “Tales of a Wild Dog” Autobiography
Carl Canedy, renowned drummer, producer, and songwriter is scheduled to release his autobiography, “Tales of a Wild Dog“, on April 4, 2024. Carl is well known for his skills and prowess as the drummer for the influential Upstate, New York power trio: THE RODS. He has also made a name for…

New Book: Horror Dogs: Man’s Best Friend as Movie Monster
New Book: Horror Dogs: Man’s Best Friend as Movie Monster Horror Dog: Man’s Best Friend as Movie Monster looks at the fascinating history of canines in horror movies and why our best friends were (and are still) painted as malevolent. Stretching back into Classical mythology, treacherous hounds are found only sporadically…

Evil Dummy “Dominic” Stalks in Stunning Horror Debut Novel
Evil Dummy “Dominic” Stalks in Stunning Horror Debut HER FAMILY INHERITANCE INCLUDES A MUSEUM, A HOUSE, AND DOMINIC Dina Maron doesn’t need trouble. She’s a lawyer and a consultant running for city council in her quiet seaside town in California. But just when she thinks she has a handle on…

ABRAMS Returns to San Diego Comic-Con 2023
ABRAMS Returns to San Diego Comic-Con 2023 ABRAMS returns to San Diego Comic-Con with exciting exclusives, author signings, and eleven fascinating panels. Visit booth #1216 for giveaways and to purchase new books from ABRAMS imprints including Abrams ComicArts, Megascope, Surely Books, and Amulet. Select talent are available for interviews in advance. Please contact Hallie Patterson…