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ISBN: 978-3-9820683-6-7
The BRAVO Cover Book Volume 1 - All Covers and Backs from 1956 to 1969
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The BRAVO cover pictures are contemporary history in pictures. Each cover tells a story that - in sum - creates a history of the Bonn Republic, current events in post-war Germany, popular culture and its protagonists. Anyone who leafs through this lovingly and carefully edited and lavishly illustrated (cover) book with over 160 pages will learn about the transformation of BRAVO into the candy-colored bible of young people, the rise of rock 'n' roll, the appearance of the Beatles and Stones, the fear of adults of this "monkey music", the decline of traditional values and the manifestation of what is now called pop culture.
- Number of pages: 169
- Published in: Self-published (Memory Archiv UG)
- Editor: Christian Müller
Cover Book Volume 1 and Cover Book Volume 2 are also available in a bundle at a special price.
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Christian Müller
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Christian Müller
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Self-published
From rock'n'roll to pop culture – the BRAVO covers of the wild years!
This magnificent illustrated book with over 160 lovingly edited pages showcases BRAVO's covers and back pages from its beginnings to the cultural turning point. A visual archive of the awakening: Beatles, Stones, rebellion, pop – and at the heart of it all, BRAVO as a mirror of a youth that made history. "Flip through your own youth with your finger!"
About the author
Christian Müller, born in 1954, discovered his passion for pop music at a young age. In a home where the radio played around the clock, he grew up listening to the latest hits. He soon developed his own musical taste and enthusiastically followed all the charts on his favorite stations. His interest in the artists behind the music also arose early on. Week after week, he had the latest issue of the youth magazine BRAVO brought to him, which he meticulously studied. No detail was too small for him – he absorbed every piece of information. In 1988, his childhood dreams returned: Müller began searching flea markets for old issues of BRAVO. As his collection grew, his desire to share his accumulated knowledge with others grew. In 2000, he launched his own website – a step that brought him into direct contact with the BRAVO publishing house. For his book projects, Christian Müller was able to engage the renowned music journalist Teddy Hoersch, who supported him as an expert partner until his untimely death in 2023. Today, Müller and his family manage complete archives of several important music magazines – a unique collection that gives him access to an impressive wealth of music history information. In addition to his work as an archivist, Christian Müller is equally passionate about studying art and design, as well as actively learning the guitar and piano.
Outstanding work and a milestone for the music world
The incredible meticulousness and effort that goes into Christian's books cannot be quantified!
The books are a special journey through the musical landscape of the last 60 years. BRAVO!
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A journey through the history of German pop and youth culture!
Our bravo archive has been around for over 20 years, and we're proud to open the doors to one of the most exciting collections of German pop history. Beginning as a project in preparation for BRAVO's 50th anniversary, our archive has since evolved into a true treasure trove, showcasing not only the icons of yesterday and today, but also telling the stories and experiences of young people from 1956 to 1999. Whether you grew up with the first issues of BRAVO in the 1950s, experienced the Golden 80s firsthand, or want to reminisce about the pop culture phenomena of the 90s – you'll find it all here! Browse through hundreds of issues and let the original scans transport you back to a time when music, stars, and stories shaped our lives.
Our archive is more than just a collection—it's an experience. Since 2000, we have lovingly preserved and digitized the legacy of one of Germany's most important youth and music magazines. Discover BRAVO in a new way—anytime, anywhere. Whether you're yearning for the nostalgia of your own youth or want to follow the exciting development of German pop culture, this is the right place to immerse yourself in unforgettable times. Enjoy exploring and browsing!