2011 Nov jWcFairchild TV Interview

Canadian network Fairchild's interview with Red Rock: The Long Strange March of Chinese Rock & Roll author Jonathan Campbell interviewed at Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, in late November, 2011. More info on the book: http://www.jonathanWcampbell.com "Like" it @: http://www.facebook.com/RedRockBook What "they" say about Red Rock: "Indepth... Thoughtful... Well-written...An especially welcome addition to world music collections." Library Journal, October 2011 "A vivid and faithful description of Chinese rock, Campbell has achieved a significant feat with this book." Hao Fang, former Rolling Stone (China) editor; music critic; author "With consumerism the pervasive religion, freedoms taken for granted, and apathy rampant, the West largely has forgotten the power of rock 'n' roll -- if not to change the world, than at least to change ourselves... In China, the music never has seemed more vital or necessary, and as an astute listener, sharp journalist, and excellent writer, Jonathan Campbell does an outstanding job explaining why." Jim DeRogatis, author, rock critic, co-host of "Sound Opinions" "As an insider's guide to the otherwise impenetrable world of what will become know as the golden period of Chinese rock music his book, pulsing with the energy of the country itself, its not only a fascinating read but an invaluable document." Steve Barker -- BBC/On the Wire "The story of Chinese rock music is a complicated and colourful one, which Campbell tells in an engagingly passionate way...The author provides readers with a rollicking account of how a global genre was transformed as it sank down roots in a very special setting." Jeffrey Wasserstrom, author of China in the 21st Century: What Everyone Needs to Know "A brilliant exploration of the Chinese opening to rock & roll, from a keen observer on the front lines of cultural transformation." Ken Stringfellow, The Posies, R.E.M., Big Star "Red Rock is an entertaining and illuminating romp through the weird world of Chinese rock and roll. Jon Campbell is the ultimate Beijing insider..." Jan Wong, Red China Blues, Jan Wong's China, Beijing Confidential

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