Queens of DiscoAnnie ZaleskiLabel: Gemini GiftDescription: From leading vocalists such as Gloria Gaynor Donna Summer and The Pointer Sisters who helped popularize disco music in the late seventies to modern-day disco divas including Madonna and Kylie Minogue Queens of Disco is an electrifying must-read for dance music enthusiasts.This joyful book explores disco's emergence in the underground club scene and unpicks its influence on DJ culture and legacy in defining electronic dance music such as hip-hop house and new-wave. Featuring complementary playlists alongside detailed profiles of ten female trailblazers and fully illustrated throughout.Featured artistsDonna Summer / Chaka Khan / Sylvester / Grace Jones / Gloria Gaynor / Sister Sledge / The Pointer Sisters / The Women of ABBA / Madonna / Kylie MinogueThe Queens of... seriesPacked with iconic images cultural history and playlists the Queens of... series is a celebration of influential music genres and the female pioneers that defined them.
