Redemption Song: The Definitive Biography of Joe Strummer

Salewicz, Chris

ISBN 10: 0007172125 / ISBN 13: 9780007172122

Published by Harper, 2012

About this Item

A very good paperback copy of a much-admired biography. Looks new and unopened BUT there is a gentle lean to it. 1st edition thus, 2007 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. The Clash was the most influential band of its generation, producing punk anthems including London Calling , White Riot and Tommy Gun . For countless fans across the world, they are the ultimate iconic mainstays of their generation. With his talent, extreme good looks and laid-back attitude Joe Strummer was the driving force behind the band: he was the archetypal punk frontman. His untimely death in December 2002 shook the world to its core. Written with full approval and co-operation of relatives, companions and fellow musicians, this is the ultimate account of one of British rock & roll s most fascinating idols: his life, his work and his immeasurable impact on the world. Redemption Song is the best and last word on the subject. We pack our books properly and ship daily from the UK.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Redemption Song: The Definitive Biography of Joe Strummer
• Publisher: Harper
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0007172125
• ISBN 13: 9780007172122
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: As New

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Synopsis

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.

The Clash was the most influential band of its generation, producing punk anthems including ‘London Calling’, ‘White Riot’ and ‘Tommy Gun’. For countless fans across the world, they are the ultimate iconic mainstays of their generation.

With his talent, extreme good looks and laid-back attitude Joe Strummer was the driving force behind the band: he was the archetypal punk frontman. His untimely death in December 2002 shook the world to its core.

Written with full approval and co-operation of relatives, companions and fellow musicians, this is the ultimate account of one of British rock & roll’s most fascinating idols: his life, his work and his immeasurable impact on the world.

Redemption Song is the best and last word on the subject.

About the Author

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’.