discography

Thân thiện

A music fan browses the artist's discography on a computer screen.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A descriptive catalog of musical recordings: A systematic list or catalog that provides detailed information about sound recordings, typically organized by a particular artist, group, genre, or label.
   • A comprehensive list of the recordings by a particular artist or group: A specialized bibliography focused on the audio releases (such as singles, albums, compilations) of a specific musician or musical ensemble.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The book includes a complete discography of the jazz legend's work from 1950 to 1975.
  • Fans are eagerly awaiting the updated discography that will list all the band's rare B-sides and live recordings.
  • Her thesis involved compiling a detailed discography of early electronic music.

Advanced Usage

• "To compile a discography": The act of researching and assembling a complete list of recordings.
  • He spent years compiling a discography for the independent record label.
• "Annotated discography": A discography that includes additional notes, commentary, or critical analysis about the listed recordings.
  • The annotated discography provides fascinating insights into the recording sessions.

Variants and Related Words

• Discographer (n): A person who compiles discographies.
  • He is a renowned discographer specializing in blues music.

Synonyms

• Recording catalog: A list of audio recordings.
• Discology: A less common synonym for discography.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a descriptive catalog of musical recordings