Presenting a remarkable selection of songs ranging from vintage rock 'n' roll to today's electronic dance music this book analyzes in fine detail the writing and recording techniques behind 100 selected singles and album cuts to see exactly what makes a great track great. Whether you're a musician looking for inspiration or creative tips or a music lover who wants to get the most from your record collection ÊInside Classic Rock TracksÊ is a unique combination of critical appreciation and hands-on insight. Readers will discover exactly how different sounds within songs are achieved and the various ways engineers throughout the history of popular music have arranged and recorded them. Analyzes music from the worlds of funk folk rock surf blues disco country hard rock Britpop R&B reggae psychedelic rock punk Motown techno and more.