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A first-of-its-kind guidebook to American music museums and other sites, from the iconic to the obscure
Wherever you are, you don't have to go far in the United States to find world-class music museums and historical sites. Whether in major cities like Nashville, Detroit, and New Orleans or less familiar locales like Hibbing, Minnesota (the childhood home of Bob Dylan) or Nazareth, Pennsylvania, (home of the Martin Guitar Company), the riches of the nation's musical heritage are available to everyone from newbie tourists to veteran road-trippers.
The Music Lover's Guide to North America is the first guidebook of its kind, focused on the best music museums and other points of interest between the Atlantic and the Pacific, in both Canada and the united States. In addition to practical information it provides fascinating background on the history, culture, geography, and politics of the United States, and covers everything from major destinations like the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to festivals, signature instrument shops, driving and walking tours, and more.
Published | Oct 02 2025 |
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Format | Paperback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 288 |
ISBN | 9781493089635 |
Imprint | Backbeat |
Illustrations | 50 BW Photos |
Dimensions | 229 x 152 mm |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Josephine and Craig have created the ultimate music aficionado map in The Music Lover's Guide to North America by including all of the major, and even hidden gem locations, for those of us who are the obsessed and even casual music fans. I am ready to hit the trail!
Tracy Pitcox, Texas Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Fame
Music is one of America's greatest gifts to the world. The Music Lover's Guide to North America is Jo and Craig's latest gift to the American traveler. A comprehensive guide to American music, the museums dedicated to preserving its legacy, and the talented musicians who continue to entertain us. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, this is a guide that should always travel with you!
Webster Franklin, Tunica Convention & Visitors Bureau
After a rockin' crash course on America's musical (r)evolution, The Music Lover's Guide hits the road-planning your next vacation. Or three. From the Hank Williams and B. B. King museums to Muddy Waters' cabin and John Coltrane's saxophone. From country music's “Big Bang” to the blues “Crossroads.” Only the word Essential is lacking in the book title.
Roger Stolle, Cat Head Delta Blues & Folk Art and blues author
The Music Lover's Guide to North America captures the essence of blues music, the legends, and the places that shaped a genre. Perfect for music lovers and adventurers alike, it's an indispensable guide to discovering the rich stories and vibrant culture of the blues.
Dr. Robert Nelson, National Blues Museum
The Music Lover's Guide to North America is an excellent resource for those looking for music during their travels...museums, honky-tonks, and much more!
Angela Smith, Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum
What a pleasure to travel the historic highways and bluesy back roads of our vast and humming landscape with this info-packed, adventure-seeking book as a companion. Be sure to take it along on your next musical road trip.
Steven Jenkins, Bob Dylan Center
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