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Explosion of Deferred Dreams in Donovan’s Literary Service

The Explosion of Deferred Dreams: Musical Renaissance and Social Revolution in San Francisco, 1965–1975

By Diane C. Donovan
Donovan’s Literary Service
February 2017

The Explosion of Deferred Dreams: Musical Renaissance and Social Revolution in San Francisco, 1965-1975 reviews the social, political, and musical milieu of San Francisco from a different viewpoint than most music-oriented histories, considering the social and political state of affairs that influenced musicians and, in turn, led to original musical creations that created social movements. From the evolution of the San Francisco Sound and its subculture to how the blend of art and politics created a whirlwind of controversy and revolution at the heart of the City, Mat Callahan uses interviews, primary sources, and his own experiences to consider the revolutionary atmosphere and changes reflected in music of the times. The result is a powerful survey that should be a ‘must’ not just for music collections, but for any strong in social issues and San Francisco Bay Area history and culture.

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