The Who on Record
A Critical History, 1963-1998
Will be published approx. on 9. March 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
352 pages
978-0-7864-4097-9 (ISBN)
Description
More than just a biography or discography, this work is a thoroughly detailed guide to every known recording of the legendary British rock band The Who--their entire range, from their early hits of the 1960s through the ambitious concept works to their later successes.
Many previously uncovered facts are incorporated into the text, and the author has been able to glean exclusive information from The Who's archives. Unrealized Who projects are discussed and analyzed for the first time in print. Finally, the work contains a discography of CDs and an exhaustive appendix of every known Who song.
Many previously uncovered facts are incorporated into the text, and the author has been able to glean exclusive information from The Who's archives. Unrealized Who projects are discussed and analyzed for the first time in print. Finally, the work contains a discography of CDs and an exhaustive appendix of every known Who song.
Reviews / Votes
"a thorough, intelligent guide"-Classic Images; "a scrupulous job...the text benefits greatly from Atkins' obvious love for his subject, which enhances its readability and ensures that tedium never sets in...a treat for the die-hard fan in its attention to detail...this book should enthrall any Who fan or anyone interested in the recording history of one of the greatest, most innovative bands in rock history. BOOK OF THE MONTH."-Simon Ward, Record Collector.More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Jefferson, NC
United States
Target group
Interest Age: From 18 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
appendices, notes, discography, index
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
575 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7864-4097-9 (9780786440979)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Writer John Atkins grew up with The Who's music in the northwest of England, launched the highly-regarded Who fanzine Generations and has acted as researcher and consultant on various Who CD and film projects. He lives in Preston, Lancashire, England, and works as a transport consultant.
Content
Table of Contents
Preface
1. Art, Rock and Roll, and the Who
2. Maximum Reaction (1963-1965)
3. Art Pop (1966-1967)
4. High Energy, Deep Mysticism (1968-1970)
5. To the Lifehouse (1971-1972)
6. Rockers and Mods (1973-1974)
7. Beating the Retreat (1975-1978)
8. Second Generation (1979-1998)
Notes
Appendix 1: Essential LP and CD Releases (1965-1998)
Appendix 2: Index of Who Songs and Recorded Performances (1963-1991)
Index
Preface
1. Art, Rock and Roll, and the Who
2. Maximum Reaction (1963-1965)
3. Art Pop (1966-1967)
4. High Energy, Deep Mysticism (1968-1970)
5. To the Lifehouse (1971-1972)
6. Rockers and Mods (1973-1974)
7. Beating the Retreat (1975-1978)
8. Second Generation (1979-1998)
Notes
Appendix 1: Essential LP and CD Releases (1965-1998)
Appendix 2: Index of Who Songs and Recorded Performances (1963-1991)
Index