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Rock Me on the Water
1974--The Year Los Angeles Transformed Movies, Music, Television, and Politics
Book • 2021
In 'Rock Me on the Water', Ronald Brownstein explores the pivotal year of 1974 in Los Angeles, highlighting how the city became the center of the pop culture universe.
The book details the confluence of movies, music, television, and politics, showcasing how Los Angeles exerted more influence over popular culture than any other city in America during that year.
Brownstein discusses the creative peaks achieved in various industries, including the release of 'New Wave' masterpieces like 'Chinatown' and 'The Godfather Part II', the impact of television series like 'All in the Family', and the music scene that included artists such as Linda Ronstadt and the Eagles.
The book also examines the generational cultural divide and how the voices resistant to change may win temporary political battles but cannot hold back the future.
The book details the confluence of movies, music, television, and politics, showcasing how Los Angeles exerted more influence over popular culture than any other city in America during that year.
Brownstein discusses the creative peaks achieved in various industries, including the release of 'New Wave' masterpieces like 'Chinatown' and 'The Godfather Part II', the impact of television series like 'All in the Family', and the music scene that included artists such as Linda Ronstadt and the Eagles.
The book also examines the generational cultural divide and how the voices resistant to change may win temporary political battles but cannot hold back the future.
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