The 2002 ed. is cited in References for College Libraries. Music lovers will find literally a whole world to explore in this superb reference. Featuring alphabetical entries for living
musicians worldwide who play pop, rock, folk, jazz, rap, dance, world, blues, gospel, and country music, the volume contains over 7000 entries. Each musician's entry lists all their works, with
date released, and including all types of creative works, not just recordings, but soundtracks, compositions (with the names of the musicians and groups who have covered them), film,
television, and musicals. For some musicians, their careers are summarized by listing the countries where they've performed and the groups they've been part of. Biographical information
includes date and place of birth, marriages, divorces, children, education, and awards. Each entry concludes with contact information and website addresses. Appendices list music festivals,
organizations, awards, digital music services, and music groups, with list of band members. A companion volume contains entries on classical musicians. Fascinating to browse, the volume focuses
mainly on Europe and North America. Annotation 穢2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
