Login Canada 300 Saulteaux Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3T2 Phone: 1.800.665.1148 Fax: 1.800.665.0103 Web: www.lb.ca Email: orders@lb.ca

Login Canada 300 Saulteaux Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3T2 Phone: 1.800.665.1148 Fax: 1.800.665.0103 Web: www.lb.ca Email: orders@lb.ca

Spring 2008

MUSIC: GENERAL

The Digital Musician: Creating Music with Digital TechnologyAndrew HugillExamines cultural awareness, artistic identity and musical skill through the prism of recent technological innovations. New technologies, and especially the new digital technologies, mean that anyone can create music without any musical training. How do we know what is good? 2008, Book #: HV444, ISBN 13: 978-0415-96216-2Routledge, $34.95

The Bass BookTony BaconRevised and expanded edition of every bass player’s favorite book. Since it was first published in 1995, the best-selling Bass Book has become the standard text for anyone searching for a complete history of bass guitars. In this revised Bass Book has become the standard text for anyone searching for a complete history of bass guitars. In this revised Bass Bookand expanded edition, it offers a complete illustrated history of bass guitars, from Fender’s first electric model in the 1950s through all the major models of the next 50 years that formed the foundation for modern music. Due 7/08, Book #: BT281, ISBN 13: 978-087930-924-4Hal Leonard, $25.95

MUSIC: BIOGRAPHIES

America’s Songs: The Stories Behind the Songs of Broadway, Hollywood, and Tin Pan AlleyPhilip FuriaAmerica’s Songs tells the “stories behind” the most beloved popular songs of the last century. We all have songs that have a special meaning in our lives; hearing them evokes a special time or place. Little wonder that these special songs have become enduring classics.2008, Book #: FT499, ISBN 13: 978-0415-99052-3Routledge, $20.95

Hitchcock’s MusicJack SullivanFor half a century Alfred Hitchcock created films full of gripping and memorable music. Over his long career he presided over more musical styles than any director in history and ultimately changed how we think about film music. This book is the first to fully explore the essential role music played in the movies of Alfred Hitchcock. Due 3/08, Book #: SAK17, ISBN 13: 978-0300-13618-0Yale Trade, $20.95

Luck’s in My Corner: The Life and Music of Hot Lips PageTodd Brya WeeksHot Lips Page was a seminal figure in the history of jazz trumpet. He was a star trumpet soloist with Artie Shaw’s Or-chestra in 1941. He recorded with Billie Holiday and Pearl Bailey and made many early TV appearances in the 1950s. Perhaps most significantly, Page was also one of the greatest blues players of his generation. 2008, Book #: WE313, ISBN 13: 978-0415-99077-6Routledge, $35.95

Beatles Off the Record BadmanThis is the most comprehensive oral history of The Beatles ever published - an ‘as it happened’ story of the greatest pop group of them all. Due 4/08, Book #: BBN67, ISBN 13: 978-184772-101-3Omnibus, $25.95

Join Together!: Forty Years of the Rock FestivalMarley BrantJoin Together! Forty Years of the Rock Festival takes us behind the scenes of the major rock festivals such as Monterey Join Together! Forty Years of the Rock Festival takes us behind the scenes of the major rock festivals such as Monterey Join Together! Forty Years of the Rock FestivalPop, Woodstock, Isle of Wight, Live Aid, Lollapalooza, Ozzfest, Live8, the US Festivals, Vans Warped Tour, SARSstock, Woodstock ‘99, Coachella, Bonnaroo, and dozens of other international events. Due 6/08, Book #: BT282, ISBN 13: 978-087930-926-8Hal Leonard, $25.95

Life of James Brown BrownThis is the definitive biography of this extraordinary and controversial superstar, encompassing his entire life, until his death on Christmas day, 2006. 2008, Book #: BBN65, ISBN 13: 978-184609-958-8Omnibus, $20.95

Psychic Confusion: The Sonic Youth Story Chick It’s no exaggeration that without Sonic Youth vast sectors of the independent rock community would not exist. Before Sonic Youth signed to Geffen in 1990, alternative rock, Riot Grrrl, and MTV grunge didn’t exist. Due 3/08, Book #: CP418, ISBN 13: 978-08256-3606-6Omnibus, $20.95

Defenders of the Faith: The True Story of Judas Priest Daniels Influenced by the legendary British blues-rock bands of the sixties such as Cream and Led Zeppelin, the true story of Judas Priest reveals how a group of poor, working-class lads followed in their heroes footsteps. 2008, Book #: DAS69, ISBN 13: 978-184609-690-7Omnibus, $23.95

Amy, Amy, Amy: The Amy Winehouse Story Johnstone After breaking out with her 2003 award winning album Frank, Amy Winehouse quickly became a name to watch. Since then, she’s released the massively successful follow-up Back to Black, which includes the prophetic single ‘Rehab’ and risen rapidly to become one of the biggest female artists in the world. 2008, Book #: JG598, ISBN 13: 978-08256-3602-8Omnibus, $18.50

Wailing Blues: The Story of Bob Marley’s Wailers Masouri The story of The Wailers is a litany of betrayal and greed that’s rarely been reported elsewhere. Written in collaboration with Family Man and other surviving members, The Wailers Story reveals the truth behind the Marley legacy. Due 3/08, Book #: MBF40ISBN 13: 978-184609-689-1Omnibus, $30.95

Nine Inch NailsNine Inch Nails are the forerunners of the nu metal genre, having defined industrial rock in the 1990s. From the release of the acclaimed Pretty Hate Machine through its darker, multi-platinum sequels, they have sold over 10 million albums worldwide. 2007, Book #: MQ115, ISBN 13: 978-08256-7348-1Music Sales, $18.50

Simple Kind of Life: The Story of Gwen Stefani & No Doubt Jeff ApterThe Orange County band was formed in 1986 by Eric Stefani and John Spence who soon recruited Eric’s younger sister Gwen as co-vocalist. With the addition of Tony Kanal on bass, No Doubt launched a 20-year career that would fuse ska, grunge, alt.rock and shades of other musical genres into a unique mix. Due 3/08, Book #: AJ204, ISBN 13: 978-08256-3603-5Omnibus, $20.95

John Lennon: The Albums RoganAn analysis of every album recorded by John Lennon during his solo years from the end of the Sixties to his death in 1980, as well as the posthumous work that followed. A lively and provocative commentary of every song is interspersed with comments from Lennon on his final decade. Features a song by song analysis, a song index for easy reference, details of compilations and live albums, and details of posthumous releases. 2008, Book #: RV858, ISBN 13: 978-09529540-6-4Music Sales, $23.95

SOUND RECORDING TECHNIQUES & CONCEPTS

Guerrilla Home Recording: How to Get Great Sound from Any Studio, 2e (No Matter How Weird or Cheap Your Gear Is)Karl CoryatA clever resource for the ever-growing home recording market. The revised edition is updated with a greater focus on digital recording techniques, the most powerful tools available to the home recordist. There are chapters devoted to instrument recording, humanizing drum patterns, mixing with plug-ins and virtual consoles, and a new section on using digital audio skills. Due 6/08, Book #: CJ026, ISBN 13: 978-14234-5446-5Hal Leonard, $25.95

MUSIC: ANTHOLOGIES

Acoustic Anthology: Guitar Play-Along Series Hal Leonard Corp.16 songs: American Woman * Don’t Ask Me Why * Give a Little Bit * Jack and Diane * The Joker * Redemption Song * Rocky Raccoon * Walk on the Wild Side * and more.Due 5/08, Book #: HZ514, ISBN 13: 978-14234-3068-1Hal Leonard, $20.95

Hits of the ‘70s: Pro Vocal Men’s Edition Volume 37 Hal Leonard Corp.Whether you’re a karaoke singer or preparing for an audition, the Pro Vocal series is for you. The CD contains demos for listening and separate backing tracks so you can sing along. This volume includes 8 favorites from the ‘70s, including: Can’t Smile Without You * How Deep Is Your Love * I Write the Songs * Maggie May * Nights in White Satin * Sir Duke * Tonight’s the Night (Gonna Be Alright) * You Should Be Dancing. Due 4/08, Book #: HBH12, ISBN 13: 978-14234-3530-3Hal Leonard, $15.50

Inside Beethoven’s Quartets: History, Performance, Interpretation Lockwood

The string quartets of Ludwig van Beethoven, the signal achievement of “that noble genre,” have re-warded the engagement of scholars, performers, and audiences for almost two hundred years. This book and its accompanying recording invite you to experience three of these profound and beautiful works of music from the inside, with a leading Beethoven scholar and a premier performing ensemble as your guides.

Due 3/08, Book #: LF535, ISBN 13: 978-0674-02809-8Harvard, $36.50

MUSIC: INSTRUCTION

Play the World: The 101 World Instrument Primer Raine-Reusch Play The World is the first and only world instrument primer featuring information on how to play 101 Play The World is the first and only world instrument primer featuring information on how to play 101 Play The Worldof the most popular and unique musical instruments from cultures around the world. There are large pictures of every instrument from the ahoco of the Ivory Coast to the zheng of China, complete with detailed playing instructions, tunings, and important idiosyncratic techniques. 2007, Book #: RV740, ISBN 13: 978-07866-7678-1Mel Bay, $25.95

You Can Teach Yourself Guitar Chords (95120dp) Bay Rather than the usual alphabetic or encyclopedic chord listing (C, Cm, C-, C+, etc.) this comprehensive chord reference book presents guitar chords as they are actually used in specific keys (C, Am, F, G7, Dm, E7). Chords are further classified in five basic ‘zones’ on the fretboard. 2008, Book #: BZ755, ISBN 13: 978-07866-3105-6Mel Bay, $20.95

Login Canada 300 Saulteaux Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3T2 Phone: 1.800.665.1148 Fax: 1.800.665.0103 Web: www.lb.ca Email: orders@lb.ca

Prices are current as of February 22, 2008 are in Canadian Dollars and are subject to change without notice.

THEATRE/PERFORMING ARTS

Broadway Musicals: Show by ShowStanley GreenThe long-awaited update of this acclaimed, best-selling title. The most comprehensive and widely used Broadway reference book has been expanded and updated to include more than 300 of the most important and memorable productions of the American musical theatre, including revivals. Due 8/08, Book #: GJ710, ISBN 13: 978-155783-736-3Applause, $19.95

A Twist of Lemmon: A Tribute to My FatherChris LemmonFirst time in paperback, a very personal portrait of an actor audiences loved, written by his actor son. Jack Lemmon (1925-2001) was one of our most beloved movie stars, a two-time Academy Award winner for Mister Roberts and Save the Tiger. In A Twist of Lemmon, Chris Lemmon shares family tales, intimate father-son conversations, and anecdotes from and about his dad. Due 5/08, Book #: LD051, ISBN 13: 978-155783-739-4Applause, $17.50

FILM: FILM/VIDEO TECHNICAL

Stop Motion: Craft Skills for Model Animation, 2eSusannah Shaw (Programme Development Manager for the Animated Exeter Festival)This is a vital book in the development of model animation which, following the success of Aardman’s first full-length film, Chicken Run, is now at the forefront of modern animation. Illustrated in full colour throughout you are shown step by step how to create successful model animation. 2008, Book #: SAK55, ISBN 13: 978-0240-52055-1Focal Press, $35.95

Digital Storytelling: A Creator’s Guide to Interactive Entertainment, 2eCarolyn Handler MillerEqually useful for seasoned professionals and those new to the field, this book covers effective techniques for creating compelling narratives for a wide variety of digital media. Written in a clear, non-technical style, it offers insights into the process of content creation by someone with long experience in the field. Whether you’re a writer, producer, director, project manager, or designer, ‘Digital Storytelling’ gives you all you need to develop a successful interactive project. Due 4/08, Book #: MAG62, ISBN 13: 978-0240-80959-5Focal Press, $41.50

MUSIC: BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT

The Future of the Music Business: How to Succeed with the New Digital Technologies, 2eSteve GordonThis book provides a legal and business road map as well as practical tips for people looking to sell music online, develop an online record company, create an internet radio station, open an online music store, use peer-to-peer networks to promote and sell music, take advantage of wireless technologies, and much more. Due 5/08, Book #: GH802, ISBN 13: 978-14234-5445-8Hal Leonard, $25.95

Music PublishingRon SobelMusic Publishing covers the basics of how a composition is copyrighted, published, and promoted. A single song can generate over 30 different royalty streams, and a writer must know how these royalties are calculated and who controls the flow of the money.Due 6/08, Book #: SR199, ISBN 13: 978-0415-97621-3Routledge, $30.95