«Myers has a knack for capturing the artistry of songwriting and easily shows why these tracks are "iconic but not tired." This melodic collection will strike a chord with music fans.»

Publishers Weekly

«Myers adds important context by interviewing and extensively quoting the principal artists, composers, and producers. Especially recommended for collections where the first book found favor.»

Booklist

«Insightful...Pop-music fans of a certain age will enjoy this collection and might even use it as a playlist.»

Library Journal

«[T]he anecdotes give flesh to the meaning of the lyrics. Musical influences that get passed from artist to artist are equally fascinating - and often surprising... Myers' book is big-fun forensic musicology.»

Mojo on ANATOMY OF A SONG

«A winning look at the stories behind 45 pop, punk, folk, soul and country classics.»

Washington Post on ANATOMY OF A SONG

«A cultural history of the elusive hit single, focused on artists' recollections and studio alchemy . . . The book's strength lies in thoughtful, wry reflections from artists including Elvis Costello, Jimmy Cliff, Stevie Wonder, Booker T. Jones, Dr. John, and Debbie Harry. An entertaining record of the soundtrack of the baby boomer era.»

Kirkus Reviews on ANATOMY OF A SONG

«Myers does a fine job of getting behind the hits...With snippets of business, creativity, techno-wizardry, and raw emotion, a pleasure for music fans.»

Kirkus Reviews

«A treasure trove of music trivia between hard covers... [A] splendid volume.»

Guardian on ANATOMY OF A SONG