S&J;The Roxy Book

Bangay, Joe

ISBN 10: 0283996021 / ISBN 13: 9780283996023

Published by Macmillan, 1987

About this Item

THERE ARE NO TARIFFS OR CUSTOMS DUTIES ON BOOKS. This volume is a photographic history and tribute to The Roxy, the legendary London nightclub that served as a pivotal hub for the British punk rock movement in 1977.Content: The book features a vast collection of black-and-white photographs taken by Joe Bangay, capturing the raw energy of live performances and the unique fashion of the punk subculture.Subjects: It includes images of influential bands and figures who frequented or performed at the venue, such as The Clash, The Damned, Siouxsie and the Banshees, and Generation X.Format: It was originally released as a hardback edition with approximately 128 pages. Significance: It serves as an important primary visual record of the short-lived but highly influential venue, which was only open for about 100 days in its original punk incarnation.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: S&J;The Roxy Book
• Publisher: Macmillan
• Publication Date: 1987
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0283996021
• ISBN 13: 9780283996023
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

64-page story of The Roxy, the most wicked show on TV of its time - the best bands live and on video, the Network Chart, and the sharpest presenters. Illustrated with full-colour photographs, specially shot for this book, of Madonna, David Bowie, Sting, Def Leopard and many other, plus in-depth profiles, news and views.