One of very few books on religion and popular music. Covers a wide range of musical styles, from heavy metal and rap to country, jazz and Broadway musicals. The essays are written by academics and informed by their enthusiasm for the music. Many boo
Examines the significance of religion to popular music. This gives an overview of research in the area, and argues that popular songs frequently draw from and "interpret" themes, found in the conceptual and linguistic worlds of the major religions and reveal underlying attitudes in those who compose and consume them.
