Redemption Song - The Definitive Biography of Joe Strummer

Informationen zum Autor Chris Salewicz is an acclaimed music journalist and writer. He was at NME in the late 1970's and early '80's and has written copiously for the Sunday Times, The Face and Q magazine. His books include the classic biography of Joe Strummer and the lavishly applauded biography of Jamaica titled ‘Rude Boy’. Klappentext Leader of The Clash and inspiration for the likes of U2, Strummer was the political and musical pioneer of his generation and one of British rock'n'roll's most fascinating idols. *Also appeared in September Buyers Notes* Zusammenfassung The definitive biography of Joe Strummer, released with a new epilogue to mark the 60th anniversary of his birth. Chris Salewicz was an intimate friend of Strummer’s for over 25 years. Drawing on more than 300 interviews with family, friends and associates, this is a comprehensive, compelling insight into the man behind The Clash.

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'Salewicz knew and loved his subject well, and that shows on every page... One of the most rivetingly detailed, revealing music biographies ever written.' The Sunday Times
'A great read. Brutally frank and full of insights.' Mojo
'A riveting read that will keep you gripped to the end.' Daily Mirror
'The Clash front man gets the epic biography he deserves from rock journalist, Chris Salewicz.' Independent
'Conjures up the excitement of the punk era.' Sunday Telegraph Seven Magazine

Product details

• Authors: Chris Salewicz, Salewicz Chris
• Publisher: Harper Collins Uk
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 01.10.2007
• EAN: 9780007172122
• ISBN: 978-0-00-717212-2
• No. of pages: 660
• Dimensions: 128 mm x 198 mm x 34 mm
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art; Rock, Rock & Pop music, MUSIC / Genres & Styles / General, MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Rock, MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Pop Vocal, Joe Strummer, Biography: arts & entertainment, Pop Music, Popular Music, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Music, Biography: arts and entertainment