Pop: The History Makers with Steve Blame

Madonna Songbook by Giulio Mazzonleni

Pop: The History Makers with Steve Blame

Show Notes

Madonna’s Songbook, by Giulio Mazzoleni, released this week, is an in-depth look at the evolution of her music, reveals her songwriting development, and exposes her singing influences and the artists she has herself influenced. This is not a kiss and tell book, but a serious examination of the writing and singing processes that Madonna has gone through over the last 40 odd years.

At 712 pages, this is not just a celebration of Madonna’s music but through interviews and research provides an extraordinary account of how Madonna works in the studio. For fans of Madonna this is a must.

To buy the book go here; It's in English!!!! https://www.antigaedizioni.it/prodotto-it/madonna-songbook/?lang=en

Watch the video here: Madonna's Songwriting SECRETS Revealed in Giulio Mazzoleni's Book https://youtu.be/TjqaAMFHc3g ⁠

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