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Summary: Highly recommended reading for all Laurie Anderson fans.
Review: Blend a social history with a fine survey of complete panoramas and you have an elegant, sophisticated presentation. Roselee Goldberg's Laurie Anderson covers the works of the multi-media performance artist/pop star, moving beyond her rock image to establish her skills in art and performance pieces alike.
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Summary: Monograph template
Review: I can't say exactly why I like this book. It's difficult for me to determine if my passion for L.A. overides my ability to be objective about it. The info has been mostly done before in other books, but none have been any better laid out nor more complete.This book's major value to me is the validation of why L.A. -- and especially her live performances -- continues to intrigue and challenge me after all this time. Few artists in any medium have matured so completely yet unpredictably. This book catalogues her sustained growth while never falling into the biography trap of idoltry. Unfortunately, since L.A. tours so infrequently it's difficult to study her creativity at close range. We're forced to make broad artistic assumptions about L.A. on very limited exposure. Since what I want is more L.A., this book helps keep the flames buring inside my soul.
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Summary: Don't ask why!
Review: I can't say exactly why I like this book. It's difficult for me to determine if my passion for L.A. overides my ability to be objective about it. The info has been mostly done before in other books, but none have been any better laid out nor more complete. This book's major value to me is the validation of why L.A. -- and especially her live performances -- continues to intrigue and challenge me after all this time. Few artists in any medium have matured so completely yet unpredictably. This book catalogues her sustained growth while never falling into the biography trap of idoltry. Unfortunately, since L.A. tours so infrequently it's difficult to study her creativity at close range. We're forced to make broad artistic assumptions about L.A. on very limited exposure. Since what I want is more L.A., this book helps keep the flames buring inside my soul.
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Summary: Outstanding
Review: I was thrilled with this book. All Laurie Anderson fans should get this.. From those that discovered her in the 70's to those who came on board with "O Superman" or "home of the brave" and subsequent projects, its got it all (mostly). Beatufilly rendered photos, and text..i can't give it 6 stars?
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Summary: good job Roselee and Laurie
Review: If it says Laurie Anderson on it I'll probably buy it. This is just another example of the great work they both work towards and accomplish.. If i may digress, the first time I heard Laurie was at a party before Big Science was released. Rick Wakeman (YES) was the guest DJ at the radio station..Talk about a brick wall ! the party came to a complete standstill during O Superman. I swear nobody said a word except for wow! As far as this book goes..yeah get it before it gets hard to find..United States is hard to find now, and its a great companion to United States Live (the CD)
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Summary: good job Roselee and Laurie
Review: If it says Laurie Anderson on it I'll probably buy it. This is just another example of the great work they both work towards and accomplish.. If i may digress, the first time I heard Laurie was at a party before Big Science was released. Rick Wakeman (YES) was the guest DJ at the radio station..Talk about a brick wall ! the party came to a complete standstill during O Superman. I swear nobody said a word except for wow! As far as this book goes..yeah get it before it gets hard to find..United States is hard to find now, and its a great companion to United States Live (the CD)
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Summary: Wildly illuminating
Review: Ms. Goldberg, thank you for your incredible insights into this remarkable artist. The written work, the stunning photographs, the elegent presentation and lay out....it satisfied all five senses!
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Summary: Must have
Review: No LA fan could be without this book. The bio part is excellent and gives another dimensions to the artist we love, the photos are great (Laurie with long hair!) and it has lyrics for hard-to-find songs.
I would have been a little bit more happy (and given 8 stars) if EVERY lyric, poem or shopping list Laurie wrote was here, but, well, I am asking too much.
Spend your money here, you won-t be dissapointed.
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Summary: In-Depth look at Laurie's Career
Review: This is an excellent book! Full of tons of pictures, and tons of background information on Laurie's career, her musical projects, her artwork, and a look at the different instruments she makes and uses! This is a MUST for any Laurie Anderson fan! Well worth the price!
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Summary: A Brilliant career retrospective
Review: This is probably the best, most comprehensive look I have ever seen of the body of work Laurie Anderson has created over her career. Goldberg has done a wonderful job of presenting the art, lyrics, prose and thoughts of Laurie Anderson. A must for any true fan!
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