Radiohead: The Stories Behind Every Song - Hardcover

James Doheny

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1847329942 ISBN 13: 9781847329943

Publisher: Carlton Books Ltd, 2012

Synopsis

With their complex haunting soundscapes and raw, soul-searching lyrics, Radiohead are the natural heirs to Pink Floyd, Nirvana, U2, The Clash and REM as the "thinking person's" rock band of our time. Similarly maintaining an "underground" reputation at the very heart of the mainstream they combine many of the signature musical and lyrical qualities of their forbears in a thoroughly contemporary way. 2010 saw their departure from the established form of being 'tied' to a label and releasing records, and this combined with their Glastonbury 2011 performance and popularity, cemented their reputation as visionary musicians and performers. This book tells the fascinating story of their songs, which draw upon a multitude of diverse influences, from classical music and jazz to electronica and grunge... and beyond!

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About the Author

James Doheny is a writer, musicologist and music industry consultant based in London. Originally trained in composition at The Royal Academy of Music, James has worked as a journalist for publications and broadcasters including The Times, Wired and the BBC and as a commentator on the areas of music, the music industry and digital culture for many others including the Guardian, Time Out and MTV. He has also worked extensively within the music industry, providing marketing and management consultancy to major (Universal, Sony, Warner, EMI) and independent (Warp, Mute, PIAS) record labels, working with artists such as Brian Eno, The Aphex Twin, Sigur Ros, King Crimson, Philip Glass and Ludovico Einaudi.

About this edition

• Publisher: Carlton Books Ltd
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1847329942
• ISBN 13: 9781847329943
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 192