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Jrock, Ink.: A Concise Report on 40 of the Biggest Rock Acts in Japan

Josephine Yun

3.03 · Rating details · 33 ratings · 3 reviews

jrock, ink. is an executive report on the energized Japanese rock scene today. It showcases 40 of the hottest names in jrock history with histories, reviews, and discographies, all in a stunning full-color package highlighted by original art and photographs. Many of these artists have toured and released CDs in North America and are known for their
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Paperback, 128 pages

Published June 1st 2005 by Stone Bridge Press (first published 2005)

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Feb 26, 2014 Dani rated it it was ok

Shelves: gave-up, read-for-academics, 日本に関する, non-fiction, east-asia

I bought this book because I was writing my Senior Thesis on Japanese music. I don't think I ended up able to use it for anything academic. ...more

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Dec 04, 2007 Dixi rated it liked it

i found this book randomly in new york. i had no expectations and just wanted to waste time. the content on the bands/groups are fluff. the information is just a little more than what you would get on the back of a cd cover. however, what made me buy it was the illustration for every band. so if you want a cute coffee table book with time wasting quick reads, it's a good buy. ...more

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Feb 09, 2008 Brittany rated it did not like it

Recommends it for: absolutely no one. Ever.

If there was a way to review this book and give it no stars, I would. What a poorly researched piece of garbage. Some bands get a decent shake in this book, but the vast majority are simply ignored, and less is said about them than in the standard Wikipedia entry you can access for free.

Don't bother. ...more

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