The Magnificent Seven
The Waterboys Fisherman's Blues/Room to Roam Band, 1989-90
Published on 2. December 2021
Book
Hardback
240 pages
978-1-8383455-1-8 (ISBN)
Description
This beautifully presented coffee table book includes a 50,000 word narrative by Mike Scott telling the full story of the Waterboys seven-piece band and the making of their album Room To Roam.
Covering an 18-month period between Spring 1989 to Summer 1990, The Magnificent Seven includes a vast collection of previously unseen photos of the band on the road, recording at Spiddal House in the West of Ireland, as well as maps, lyrics, manuscripts, and other archival memorabilia.
Covering an 18-month period between Spring 1989 to Summer 1990, The Magnificent Seven includes a vast collection of previously unseen photos of the band on the road, recording at Spiddal House in the West of Ireland, as well as maps, lyrics, manuscripts, and other archival memorabilia.
Reviews / Votes
This is the story of the great seven-piece Waterboys line-up that flourished from the spring of 1989 to the summer of 1990 when three uniquely gifted musicians joined the long-term members and began a journey into music none of us has ever forgotten.More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Paper over boards
Dimensions
Height: 262 mm
Width: 295 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
1796 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-8383455-1-8 (9781838345518)
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Person
Michael Scott (born 14 December 1958) is a Scottish singer, songwriter and musician. He is the founding member, lead singer, guitarist and songwriter of the rock band The Waterboys. He has also produced two solo albums, Bring 'em All In and Still Burning. Mike released his first memoir in 2013, Adventures of a Waterboy, to critical acclaim, featuring a collection of anecdotes of his years performance and recording. He lives and works in Ireland.