Florence + the Machine: An Almighty Sound - Softcover

Howe, Zoe; Street Howe, Zoe

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1780385137 ISBN 13: 9781780385136

Publisher: Omnibus Press, 2012

Synopsis

This intriguing book tells the story of this very unique pop/rock/soul artist starting with her upbringing in South London to her thrilling rise to international fame as a singer and also a highly individual fashion icon. The author explores her collaborations and working relationships with Chanel Creative Director Karl Lagerfeld, her manager Mairead Nash and her friend Isabella Summers who to this day forms part of ‘the machine’. The book details how her sense of style has captured the imaginations of fans and fashion editors the world over. Here are the stories behind the glittering award ceremonies, TV appearances and international tours.

About this title

About the Author

Zoë Howe is a music writer whose books include Typical Girls? The Story of The Slits, How’s Your Dad? Living In The Shadow Of A Rock Star Parent (both Omnibus Press) and Looking Back At Me - the autobiography of ex Dr Feelgood guitarist Wilko Johnson. Zoë is the editor of the website Iceland Music Export, and her work has also appeared on BBC Music, BBC 6Music, Planet Rock, Absolute Radio, E4, The Quietus, Channel4Music, NME and in Company and Contemporary Magazine. She has also made and presented music radio series for stations including Resonance FM. When she isn't writing feverishly or talking incessantly about music, Zoë plays drums and percussion and has worked with Viv Albertine, Anne Pigalle, Steve Beresford, Mick Jones and others.

Edition details

• Publisher: Omnibus Press
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1780385137
• ISBN 13: 9781780385136
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 256