Attempting to sum up the best books about music is a near-impossible task. Like trying to rank the most prolific artists to ever walk the Earth, there are simply too many options to choose from. Yet, here we are, with a (highly subjective) swing at it.
Music is the most universal form of artistic expression. Unlike fine art or film which often requires context to be enjoyed to the full, music is an accessible creative vehicle for all to engage with, whether you’re a Swiftie or die-hard Metallica fan.
