The Counter-Narratives of Radical Theology and Popular Music [electronic resource] : Songs of Fear and Trembling /
Grimshaw, M.editor.
In this unique collection, theologians born and formed during the Cold War offer their insights and perspectives on theological relationships with such musical artists and groups as Joy Division, U2, Nick Cave, and John Coltrane. These essays demonstrate that one's personal music preferences can inform and influence professional interests.
Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Preface; Chapter 1 Introduction-Sonic Bibles and the Closing of the Canon; Chapter 2 My Affair with Ian; Chapter 3 In the Colony with Joy Division; Chapter 4 Sonic Stigmatas; Chapter 5 Improvisation and Divine Creation ; Chapter 6 Protocols of Surrender; Chapter 7 Louis Armstrong; Chapter 8 I Know My Way from Here; Chapter 9 Meeting God in the Sound; Chapter 10 Praying the Confiteor at Westminster Abbey ; Chapter 11 Nick Cave and Death; Chapter 12 Combine Dry Ingredients, Mix Well; Chapter 13 Why Kanye West Gets It Wrong; Chapter 14 Stop, Think, Stop
Radical Theology PlaylistContributors; Index
Includes index.
In this unique collection, theologians born and formed during the Cold War offer their insights and perspectives on theological relationships with such musical artists and groups as Joy Division, U2, Nick Cave, and John Coltrane. These essays demonstrate that one's personal music preferences can inform and influence professional interests.
Religions.
Music.
History, Modern.
Religion and sociology.
Comparative Religion.
Music.
Modern History.
Religion and Society.