Traces of the spirit: the religious dimensions of popular music

Introduction : Traces of the spirit : the hidden religious dimensions of popular music

Theoretical, structural, and historical background. The connection between music and religion ; West African possession religion and American popular music

Popular music subcultures as religion : a comparative analysis based on ethnographic research. Eyes of the world : the Grateful Dead and the Deadheads ; The dance music continuum : house, rave, and electronic dance music ; Stairway to heaven, highway to hell : heavy metal and metalheads ; The message : rap music and hip-hop culture

Conclusion : There's more to the picture than meets the eye.