New Releases by Matt Anniss

Coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the first commercial LP, In the Groove is an authoritative and visual celebration of the history and culture of vinyl record collecting and turntables.

Matt Anniss’s critically acclaimed alternative history of UK dance music in the acid house era returns in updated and expanded form. Named by Rolling Stone UK as one of the best books on British music culture, Join The Future puts forward a persuasive new argument about the origins of UK club culture’s long-running love affair with bass. Since the dawn of the 1990s, Britain’s dancefloors have moved to a string of styles built around skeletal rhythms and heavy sub-bass, including breakbeat hardcore, jungle, drum & bass, dubstep, UK garage, grime and bassline. Yet another previously overlooked sound pre-dated them all: bleep and bass, or bleep techno, the first distinctly British form of electronic dance music. A mixture of social, cultural, musical and oral history based on five years of research and hundreds of interviews, Join The Future tells the previously hidden history of ‘bleep’ for the first time. It brings forth the untold stories of bleep’s pioneers and those that came in their wake, moving from mid-80s electro all-dayers and reggae soundsystem clashes in the North and Midlands to the birth of breakbeat hardcore and jungle in London and the South East in the early ’90s. Along the way, you’ll find first-hand accounts of key clubs and raves, biographies of forgotten and overlooked production pioneers, stories of bleep outposts in Canada and the United States, and the inside story of the early years of one of electronic music’s most iconic labels, Warp Records. Now expanded to include more interviews, analysis and a brand-new ‘afterword’ chapter, Join The Future is one of the most revealing and significant books on dance music in years.

Take a journey through the radical history of techno and dance music. Find out about the origins of house, techno, hardcore, and chill out music. Witness how the synthesizer changed the dance music world forever and meet the world's biggest superstar DJs. ABOUT THE SERIES: This heavily illustrated, magazine-style series tells the story of music from the 50s to the present day, featuring quotes from contemporary artists about their influences and inspirations.

Take a journey through the riotous history of punk and indie music. Experience the origins of post-punk, Britpop, indie-pop and alternative rock music. See how dance and grunge music made an impact and meet some of punk and indie's greatest stars. ABOUT THE SERIES: This heavily illustrated, magazine-style series tells the story of music from the 50s to the present day, featuring quotes from contemporary artists about their influences and inspirations.

Take a journey through the heartfelt history of soul and R&B music. Find out about the origins of funk, Philly soul, blue-eyed soul, and new jack swing. Discover the very first soul stars and today's world famous R&B superstars. ABOUT THE SERIES: This heavily illustrated, magazine-style series tells the story of music from the 50s to the present day, featuring quotes from contemporary artists about their influences and inspirations.

Take a journey through the rip-roaring history of rock music. Find out about the origins of rock and roll, progressive, and heavy metal. See how indie and grunge music made an impact and meet some of rock's greatest stars. ABOUT THE SERIES: This heavily illustrated, magazine-style series tells the story of music from the 50s to the present day, featuring quotes from contemporary artists about their influences and inspirations.

Take a journey through the hard-hitting history of hip-hop music. Witness DJ Kool Herc's first block parties and the origins of hip-house and scratching. See how cheap drum machines and talented turntablists changed music forever and meet some of the hip-hop scene's greatest stars. ABOUT THE SERIES: This heavily illustrated, magazine-style series tells the story of music from the 50s to the present day, featuring quotes from contemporary artists about their influences and inspirations.

Take a journey through the sensational history of pop music. Witness the early days of pop, and get the inside track on how managers created groups and shaped their world famous sounds. See how music television transformed the industry and meet pop's greatest stars.

Information and disinformation can be powerful weapons. In the internet age, nations and nonstate actors seek to accomplish foreign policy goals using cyberspace. Cyber Wars traces the outcomes of these efforts through eyewitness accounts, background information about conflicts, and question prompts that encourage critical thinking about the ways that technology affects world events.

How to get the best from your vinyl records and kit. The Vinyl Manual is the 21st century companion for anyone who is bringing their vinyl music collection back to life or discovering the joys of vinyl for the first time. With chapters on turntables and audio kit, it is a step-by-step guide to getting the most from your vinyl collection and understanding the technology behind it. We explain how vinyl delivers the unique sound so loved by audio enthusiasts and its evolution over 100 years, from the 78s of the late 19th century to today's advanced electronic formats. As well as expert insight into setting up your system correctly and guides to choosing the right hardware for your music, the Haynes experts take you behind the scenes of the vinyl industry, including the super-clubs of the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. We tell you the best way to build and curate your collection, from dance to rock to classical, and provide tips from the world's most respected professionals. Whether you are collecting, recording or just playing, the Vinyl Manual is the essential companion for any vinyl enthusiast.

Want to make your own film or TV show but don't know where to start? Think you could be the next Steven Spielberg? This book is packed with practical tips on how to make your own film or TV show, from planning and preparing to actually shooting, cutting and editing your work. You can even learn how to promote your creative work of genius! Success stories of how famous film or documentary makers made their mark on the industry are sure to motivate you. Go on, be a media genius!

Learn about how technology changes the music world.

"Explains the business behind live musical performances, from small coffee shop gigs to over-the-top arena spectaculars. Explains what it's like to be on tour, how managers book gigs, and how roadies help set up shows. Case studies highlight the Rolling Stones long touring career, Michael Eavis's charity festivals, media giant Live Nation, and the mega-tour of U2"--

"Outlines the business of recording music by telling stories of current and past pop and rock music artists. Case studies show how managers, record labels, and television influence an artist's ability to record and sell their music"--Provided by publisher.

Mary Leakey's work on archaeological digs in the 1930s led her to her husband, Louis, as well as a great interest in prehistoric man. Together, the two found fossils that proved apes and humans had common ancestors. Louis Leakey hired young Jane Goodall in the 1950s to study the behavior of chimpanzees, to further prove the connection between humans and apes. Goodall was slowly accepted into a wild chimpanzee community, the first person to accomplish this. Readers will love learning about the incredible discoveries of these two extraordinary women, whose lives will forever be entwined by a mutual desire for scientific knowledge.

One of the most outstanding features of Robert Griffin III’s football career has been his commitment to personally connecting with his fans. From his earliest days with the Washington Redskins, RG3, as Griffin has been nicknamed, has conducted himself in such a way as to become a popular role model. He promotes healthy physical lifestyles, strong spiritual faith and values, and a commitment to giving time to others in need. This book highlights one athlete’s inspiring commitment to success, showing how strength of character goes a long when toward making a difference.

Thanks to their record-breaking level of play, multiple Super Bowl wins, and numerous awards, Peyton and Eli Manning have become two of the most popular names in American football. This book chronicles the rise to fame of these football legends, as well as the ways in which they have used their success to give back to the community. Shots of the brothers in action—on the playing field and performing charitable work—and offset facts about their lives and careers help illustrate the hard work and responsibilities that come with great success.

In the 1990s, NASCAR racing star Jeff Gordon became a household name for his extraordinary wins on the track. Today he is equally well known for his charitable work with the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation. This book takes an in-depth look at Gordon’s successful efforts to raise funding for cancer research, as well as the construction of pediatric hospitals and health facilities. Packed with colorful photographs and “Star Stats,” this book shows readers how this sports star is making a difference behind the wheel and out in the community.

Raised in a poor area of Washington, D.C., Kevin Durant is a true example of how studying and working hard can lead to great success in sports. As a role model for basketball fans nationwide, Durant works with several charities and manages the Kevin Durant Family Foundation, which works with kids from disadvantaged backgrounds and single-parent families. This book, complete with “Star Stats” and a timeline of achievements, celebrates Durant’s charitable activities and basketball success.

In this handbook on databases, the complex world of computer applications used for storing, managing, and accessing information is broken down in an easy-to-comprehend format. Concrete examples of physical and online databases that readers will already know coupled with explanations of how more advanced databases work will help the reader grasp digital information storage on all levels. With sidebars on topics such as Structured Query Language (SQL) and how databases are used in social media, as well as a chapter dedicated to data security, this book is certain to help young readers learn the essentials of using and understanding database technology.

Police didn’t always have the crime-solving methods and technology available today. Even the best detectives sometimes couldn’t gather enough evidence to solve crimes. This compelling book focuses on these cold cases, crimes that haven’t been solved after a complete investigation. Readers learn about painstaking detection techniques such as bloodstain analysis, ballistics, toxicology, and DNA profiling. These are just some of the invaluable tools of law enforcement referenced that are helping police solve the most perplexing cold cases. With innovative crime science teams on the job, hope remains that many cold cases can finally be cracked.

Criminal profilers when, why, and where crimes take place. They study the criminal mind to not only track down perpetrators but also to figure out ways to reduce the crime rate. In this book, readers explore theories of criminology and examine how these concepts are being employed in police work. They discover how technology is aiding police in pinpointing areas where crimes are likely to occur so they can better protect the public

Podcasting is a great way of making your voice heard. So why not give it a go? This book gives you all the advice and encouragement you need to take your first steps in the world of podcasting.

Take a journey through the rip-roaring history of rock music. Find out about the origins of rock and roll, progressive and heavy rock music. See how indie and grunge music made an impact and meet some of rock's greatest fans.

Explains the basics of how to form a band, discussing how to identify influences, providing song writing advice, suggesting practice locations, and utilizing social networking tools.

From the earliest DJs mixing records for clubbers in the 1970s to the superstar DJs of today. This book tells you how dance music has evolved and influenced other musical genres. House music, warehouse parties, raves; hugely influential bands such as Kraftwork and The Chemical Brothers and the superstar DJs such as Fatboy Slim and David Guetta all feature in this brilliant journey through musical history.

Hailed as artistic geniuses who have transformed the music world, top professional DJs command enormous fees. They produce and release their own music and are major celebrities. Make sure this awesome job is on your radar! Inside you'll find these features: Real-Life Story: Turntablist Sara Simms tells On the Radar why being a professional DJ is the best job in the world! Back Story: Chart the rise of the DJ from street corner entertainer to international superstar. Five-Minute Interview: DJ Tom Thorpe explains what it's like to drop beats for a living. Are you On the Radar?

A `how to` series that encourages budding enthusiasts and inspires those already taking part in a range of sports and hobbies