Unwelcomed Songs - Hardcover

Rollins, Henry

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1880985713 ISBN 13: 9781880985717

Publisher: 2.13.61,U.S., 2002

Synopsis

Unwelcomed Songs covers the lyrical output of Henry Rollins from his first work in the late seventies when he lived in Washington DC, through his contributions to the Black Flag cannon to the first few years of the Rollins Band.
In interviews Henry has said on many occasions that he has always tried to "bring the inside outside" lyrically. Usually blunt and visceral, his words make no apology and don't hold back, earning him die hard fans and harsh criticism alike.

About this title

Synopsis:

Unwelcomed Songs will be the first time ever that the lyrics of seminal rock 'n roller, Henry Rollins, will appear in print. Along with never before seen photos and the artist's working notes, this book is a must have for every Rollins fan. Henry Rollins is a more than popular author, spoken word performer and rock and roller. His various and diverse books, spoken word recordings and albums, both with the Rollins Band and Black Flag, have sold in the hundreds of thousands. Comment From The Author: "I have never been satisfied with the lyric books I have read. Many times I have enjoyed reading the lyrics, but I always thought that more could have been done to bring the reader closer to the artist and the work. I wanted photos, journal entries, anecdotes--anything to bring me closer to the songs that I sat in my room alone and listened to over and over. I have endeavoured to make such a book with Unwelcomed Songs." Unwelcomed Songs (Collected Lyrics 1980-1992) is by Henry Rollins, the former lead vocalist of the seminal LA band Black Flag and current leader of the Rollins Band. Henry Rollins has been writing and releasing songs for over twenty years. This is the first time ever that a collection of his lyrics will be published. (He doesn't even print lyrics in his album liner notes!) Unwelcomed Songs will contain lyrics to all the songs on Rollins' records, soundtracks and compilations in addition to several lyrics never before released. Also included will be alternate version of lyrics and reproductions of selected handwritten originals. Alongside many of the printed lyrics will be working notes for many of the songs and notes describing the recording sessions of several of his albums. Fans will also love seeing the over 200 b/w photos included in this book. Most of these photos have never been seen before and were culled from the author's personal archives. This book will be a must have for every Henry Rollins fan.

About this edition

• Publisher: 2.13.61,U.S.
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1880985713
• ISBN 13: 9781880985717
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 256