History of contemporary music

[electrizer]

Hello all!

Would anybody know a good book, or an anthology even, on the history and development of contemporary music from the early 20th century up to now? It is my long-term plan to get my general and drumming-related knowledge updated and basically learn how what we listen to today evolved from genres popular in past years.

Thanks!

[Christopher]

Steve Smith does a pretty fantastic job in his
"Drumset Technique/History of the U.S. Beat" DVD set.

On the "History" DVD (DVD 2) he covers everything from early jazz all the way through to modern rock / funk.

[DSOP]

I don't know of any books, but I'm sure there must be some good ones. I will second the Steve Smith DVD mentioned above though. Very well done.

[electrizer]

thanks guys! Ive ordered it already, cant wait to have it. Will be grateful for any suggestions. Ill post something myself if I find anything worthwhile