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"In 1965 Thomas Merton fulfilled a twenty-four-year-old dream and went to live as a hermit beyond the walls of his Trappist monastery. Seven months later, after a secret romance with a woman half his age, he was in danger of losing it all. Yet on the very day that his abbot uncovered the affair, Merton ...

Tony Fletcher's biography of the enigmatic quartet from Athens, Georgia, benefits not only from Tony's long association with the band but also by the co-operation of the band itself.

Nirvana are one of the most influential bands in rock history. This book examines in forensic detail the band's rise to fame, and their first album, "Bleach". It traces Nirvana's formation, its early recordings and many personnel changes, and the arrival of Dave Grohl to complete the familiar three-piece line up.

In the early nineties, a group of disaffected and fiercely political young men from the Welsh valleys exploded onto a British music scene still in thrall to rave and acid house.It was the legendary photographer Kevin Cummins who captured James, Sean, Richey and Nicky in their most uncompromising, glam-fixated early years.

Here, collected and edited for the first time, in trade and special editions, are his unforgettable lyrics with commentary by the man himself and an introduction by his literary collaborator, Luke Bainbridge.

With characteristic understatement, Tony Wilson once compared Shaun William Ryder's lyrics to the poetry of W.

A complete illustrated history of the classic rock band The Who, starting from their debut album in 1965 to their 50th anniversary in 2015.

This title covers the group's humble beginnings in suburban Maryland, identical twins and MTV darlings Benji and Joel's side projects, the hit albums 'Good Charlotte' and 'The Young and the Hopeless', and details of their touring experiences.

"Prince was a gift and a genius. He showed us that we have no limits." Alicia Keys "He was the most incredibly talented artist. A man in complete control of his work from writer and musician to producer and director." Kate Bush "The most amazing performer I have ever witnessed." Joni Mitchell "He Changed ...

Illustrated with photos and memorabilia from all phases of their journey, Bob Marley and the Wailers illuminates the lives and times of the man and his collaborators. Well over three decades after Marley’s death, he and his bandmates remain the most famous reggae artists of all time. Indeed, the Wailers ...

A gonzo tour through the glory years of indie rock n' roll and acid house by one of the best-loved characters in the music business.

Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink provides readers with a master's catalogue of a lifetime of great music. Costello reveals the process behind writing and recording legendary albums like My Aim Is True, This Year's Model, Armed Forces, Almost Blue, Imperial Bedroom, and King of America. He tells the ...

A story of inspired ideas, set against the backdrop of London's vibrant underground scene and the final years of the battling Beatles and their crumbling Apple empire.

Ed Sheeran has conquered the musical world. Avoiding flashy showmanship and fleeting fashion, he has let his talent do the talking. His moving and uplifting songs forge a lasting connection with the millions of people around the world who love his music. Bestselling biographer Sean Smith has travelled ...

From the bestselling author of Shout!, comes the definitive biography of Eric Clapton, a Rock legend whose life story is as remarkable as his music, which transformed the sound of a generation. For half a century Eric Clapton has been acknowledged to be one of music's greatest virtuosos, the unrivalled ...

Features a selection of diary entries and rearranges them to create an autobiographical narrative that takes Hyde from childhood through to the exploratory early years of Underworld, an electronic act who have been peerless for the last twenty five years.

20 favorite Christmas carols in simplified arrangements for the beginning pianist.

The incredible story of The Beach Boys from founding member Mike Love.

Presents an illustrated exploration of the best solid-body and semi-acoustic electric guitars. This title covers 350-plus guitars, each of which is represented by photos, specification boxes and descriptive text, and sometimes reproductions of period brochure and promotional shots.

A fully illustrated manual by the author of Learn to Play Guitar shares expert instructions and an accompanying audio CD of correctly played chords and riffs designed to guide beginners through 10 comprehensive lessons. Original.