With many incarnations, The Fall (1976-2018) were one of the most influential bands to emerge in the British Post-Punk Scene. Their unique sound and distinct iconography have had a lasting impact on music fans and performers alike. This book disassembles The Fall's significant contribution to music. Based on up-to-date original research, the book separates fact from fiction and offers a thorough investigation into The Fall and their founder/leader Mark E Smith, in particular. Given The Fall's complexities (their wide range of influences; multiple line-ups and 'anti-music' stance), the book draws upon a wide range of academic disciplines, including ethnomusicology, sociology, literary theory, linguistics, journalism, cultural studies, and film and media studies, in order to unpack the group's influence and legacy.

About the Author

Eoin Devereux is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Sociology at the University of Limerick, Ireland and Adjunct Professor in Contemporary Culture at the University of Jyvasklya, Finland.

Martin J. Power is a Lecturer in the Department of Sociology at the University of Limerick, Ireland.

Book Information
ISBN 9781538165355
Author Eoin Devereux
Format Hardback
Page Count 284
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 558g
Dimensions(mm) 236mm * 157mm * 22mm