Viva La Vida

Biographical free verse about one of the 20th centurys greatest painters

What is happening to pop music and pop culture? Synthesizers, samplers and MDI systems have allowed anyone with basic computing skills to make music. Exchange is now automatic and weightless with the result that the High Street record store is dying. MySpace, Twitter and You Tube are now more important publicity venues for new bands than the concert tour routine. Unauthorized consumption in the form of illegal downloading has created a financial crisis in the industry. The old postwar industrial planning model of pop, which centralized control in the hands of major record corporations, and divided the market into neat segments, is dissolving in front of our eyes. This book offers readers a comprehensive guide to understanding pop music today. It provides a clear survey of the field and a description of core concepts. The main theoretical approaches to the analysis of pop are described and critically assessed. The book includes a major investigation of the revolutionary changes in the production, exchange and consumption of pop music that are currently underway. Pop Music, Pop Culture is an accomplished, magnetically interesting guide to understanding pop music today.

(Piano/Vocal/Guitar Artist Songbook). 32 selections from contemporary superstars Coldplay are included in this songbook for piano, voice and guitar: Adventure of a Lifetime * Clocks * Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall * Fix You * Green Eyes * A Head Full of Dreams * In My Place * Magic * Paradise * The Scientist * A Sky Full of Stars * Speed of Sound * Trouble * Viva La Vida * Yellow * and more.

Spicy shrimp ceviche, smoky steak with mole, refreshing mint mojitos, creamy dulce de leche...nothing says fiesta like Viva la Vida. This eclectic and colorful cookbook collects 100 mouthwatering recipes from all points south-Cuba to Colombia and beyond. From fiery salsas and dips to intensely flavored grilled or roasted meats to sinfully sweet desserts, Viva la Vida highlights simple yet special dishes guaranteed to liven up any fiesta latina. A source list and glossary offer readers a helpful hand in understanding and finding unusual ingredients. Stunning color photographs showcase the irresistible dishes and exotic drinks that will be the focal point of any gathering. With Viva la Vida, the theme of every party is always "long live life."

(Ukulele). This collection features 15 classic songs arranged by ukulele master, James Hill. In these remarkable arrangements, two distinct ukulele parts chord accompaniment and melody can be played in counterpoint at the same time by one player. The arrangements cater to both advanced beginner and experienced players and there is a warm-up section that introduces the player to the "Duets for One" concept. The book includes access to audio tracks online of all the arrangements performed by James Hill, for download or streaming, using the unique code inside the book. Songs are arranged for GCEA-tuned ukes and include: Georgia On My Mind * Summertime * Don't Get Around Much Anymore * The Glory of Love * Here Comes the Rain Again * L-O-V-E * Cheek to Cheek * Viva La Vida * and 7 more.

(Piano Solo Personality). Stellar solo piano arrangements of a dozen smash hits from Coldplay: Clocks * Fix You * In My Place * Lost! * Paradise * The Scientist * Speed of Sound * Trouble * Up in Flames * Viva La Vida * What If * Yellow.

A decade of planning culminates in a nearly bloodless coup in the Kingdom of Aleghor. King Benedict takes the throne with the intention of eradicating the corruption which was synonymous with the rule and name of his predecessor, King Atomas. It is a task which proves to be harder than overthrowing the kingdom itself and while Benedict sometimes compromises his values while acting with the best intentions, his actions will take their toll on himself and those who support him. When loyalties start to fall into question and control starts to slip away from Benedict, how far will he go to ensure the survival of his dream to eradicate the corruption and bring peace to all men in the kingdom? How far and long will the loyalty and love of his supporters last? This fantasy is set in a city against the backdrop of a city similar to Pompeii and the volcano, Vesuvius. A character similar to Samson in the bible helps to create an epic fantasy story including romance and tragedy while fundamentally following a story line inspired by Cold Play's song of the same name. With the events similar to the life of Samson described in this novel, do not expect this story to be religious. It isn't. It is also only one part of the overall story. It is also not a retelling of the end of Pompeii.

The Bard meets the Backstreet Boys in Pop Sonnets, a collection of 100 classic pop songs reimagined as Shakespearean sonnets. All your favorite songs are here, including hits by Jay-Z, Johnny Cash, Katy Perry, Michael Jackson, Talking Heads, and many others. With stirring sentiments on everything from love and despair to wanton women, Pop Sonnets offers inspirational verse for every occasion.