A review by loloreid
Go All The Way: A Literary Appreciation of Power Pop by S.W. Lauden, Paul Myers

informative reflective medium-paced

3.0

Like much writing on music, your response to this essay collection will depend on your connection and familiarity with the material, in this case, the murky and flexibly-defined Power Pop.  Many of the essays reflect on the challenges of genre limits, with repeated references to the "you know it when you see/hear it" definition.  Although not entirely consistent in quality, the collection does include a range of perspectives, from musicians reminiscences (Tom Petty, Paul Myers, Scott Miller, Kurt Baker) to dives into fandom (Dave Holmes, Carrie Courogen, Annie Zaleski), with unique spotlights shone on particular artists but with consistent threads of Badfinger, Big Star, The Raspberries, Cheap Trick, to make for a clear collection.  A fun celebration that serves as a reminder or prompt to delve into the genre.