{"id":35480,"date":"2016-01-06T16:00:16","date_gmt":"2016-01-06T21:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/lifestyle\/?p=35480"},"modified":"2016-01-12T09:51:11","modified_gmt":"2016-01-12T14:51:11","slug":"new-music-books-to-read-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/lifestyle\/2016\/01\/new-music-books-to-read-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Check Out These 4 Music Books Now"},"content":{"rendered":"

For music lovers who are searching for the perfect read this winter, a number of new titles just may leave you ready to curl up in front of the fireplace with a book in hand. Whether your musical inspiration is a modern star like Beyonc\u00e9 or a classic icon like Barbra Streisand, we\u2019ve curated our roundup of musical tomes to pick up this season.<\/p>\n

\"BEYONCE\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Becoming Beyonc\u00e9: The Untold Story <\/em><\/strong>by J. Randy Taraborrelli, Grand Central Publishing: <\/strong>Since the 34-year-old diva has been in the spotlight since her teenage years with Destiny\u2019s Child, it only makes sense Beyonc\u00e9 would have an official biography. This title by biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli offers a closer look at the 7\/11 <\/em>songstress\u2019s life, from her grand debut as a child beauty pageant contestant to her present day music career.<\/p>\n

\"DISCO<\/a><\/p>\n

To Disco, with Love: The Records That Defined an Era <\/em><\/strong>by David Hamsley, Flatiron Books: <\/strong>For anyone whose musical tastes lean toward the groovy beats of the 1970s, this book just may bring you on a trip back in time to the decade of disco. Staying true to its title, To Disco, with Love <\/em>explores the evolution of disco, with a focus on legendary performers like Diana Ross, Donna Summer and the Bee Gees. The book also looks at the impact that disco has had on the fashion trend, beauty and popular culture of its time.<\/p>\n

\"LA<\/a><\/p>\n

Sing to Me: My Story of Making Music, Finding Magic, and Searching for Who’s Next <\/em><\/strong>by L.A. Reid, Harper: <\/strong>As the CEO of Epic Records, 59-year-old L.A. Reid has been a producer for 25 years. In his upcoming memoir (which hits the shelves on February 2), the former judge on The X Factor<\/em> offers a glimpse of his success story. From his former gig as a drummer to discovering the likes of Mariah Carey and Rihanna, the Ohio-born music executive shares the tale of his rise to the top.<\/p>\n

\"STREISAND\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Streisand: A Biography <\/em><\/strong>by Anne Edwards, Taylor Trade Publishing: <\/strong>Known for her soulful voice, the legendary 73-year-old singer-songwriter first launched her performing career in the 1960s. According to Billboard, the chart-topping sensation has had an impressive No. 1 album in each of the past six decades. Her new biography (which is released on February 1) looks at her personal battles, musical talent, political activism and her marriage to husband, actor James Brolin.<\/p>\n

Photos: Amazon\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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