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A Rough Trade Book of the Year 'From lists to experiences and
stories, there are no rules. A good song is a good song whoever
writes it and however the writing happens.' Over the past three
decades, Tim Burgess has cultivated a lyrical style that is equal
parts searing, elusive and raw. Brimming with nods to an eclectic
array of influences, from French chanson to East Coast rap, his
words provide vivid snapshots of modern life, its highs and lows,
and the things we do to get by. For the first time Tim's collected
lyrics are accompanied by his revealing commentary, featuring
backstage anecdotes, advice on how to conjure up the music muse,
poignant reflections - and insight into a very idiosyncratic
songwriting process. One Two Another chronicles the evolution of
Tim's songwriting and reveals the method behind the madness. 'Tim
Burgess is a crusader and vinyl's epic voyager. He knows why pop's
art, a culture and a cure. Learn and listen. He knows good things'
Johnny Marr 'You can't feel blue around Tim. He makes you feel
happy, not just about music but about life. Even the most cynical
of souls (mine) become infected by his gorgeous energy. Plus he
gives good vinyl' Sharon Horgan
Sit back, relax and relive the memories of over 90 more classic
albums selected by Tim Burgess from his legendary Listening Parties
In less than 2 years, tens of thousands of music lovers have
pressed play at the same time as legendary musicians to share the
communal experience of a Listening Party. Over 1,000 online events,
fans and artists - from McCartney to Blondie, Joy Division to Iron
Maiden - have shared insightful recollections, intimate
conversations and behind-the-scenes revelations. This follow-up to
the bestselling The Listening Party Volume 1 gathers together over
90 more of the most essential parties and celebrates the unique
power of a Listening Party to connect music creators with
listeners. It's an appropriate tribute to the unifying power of
music and how it continues to enthral millions around the world
every single day. "Hey Twitter, let's all say a big thanks to Tim
for these brilliant events this year! We really needed them. So
much great music being talked about.'" - Sir Paul McCartney
"Twitter being used for something really positive." - Mary Beard
"Telling Stories" by Tim Burgess of The Charlatans is one of the
decade's most revealing rock books. "Clear, honest. An unusually
frank and well-written rock memoir". ("The Times"). The Charlatans.
Madchester. Britpop. Taking on the world. Here are the highs, the
lows, the joys, the agonies, and the stories of what it's like to
be in a rock band, as told by front man and survivor, Tim Burgess.
"Like the best bits of every cautionary rock star tale ...there is
armed robbery and smuggling. There's serious fraud. There are near
and actual death experiences, divorce, industrial cocaine
consumption and magnificent cameos from Madonna, Alan McGee, Ronnie
Wood, Joe Strummer, LA drug dealer Harry The Dog, and Joaquin
Phoenix. A minor classic". ("Q"). For readers who enjoyed "Life" by
Keith Richards and "Bit of a Blur" by Alex James, "Telling Stories"
is one of the finest music books of recent times. It's a story of
achievement and survival, from London to LA. "A vivid read".
("Independent on Sunday")."'The Charlatans' frontman recalls the
heyday of Britpop and Madchester with endearing exuberance. He's
unflinchingly honest about the bad times but also peppers his story
with anecdotal nuggets about the pitfalls of rock 'n' roll excess".
("Metro"). "Burgess keeps a level head, a sharp eye and a nice turn
of phrase". ("Independent"). "Written with the stylish flow of a
novel - light and dark, hilarious and melancholic". (Emma Forrest).
"For a man whose behaviour borders on the suicidal, Timothy
Burgess, the people's friend, is what you call a life enthusiast.
He is also mad. It's a much-abused word, mad ...but he really is
proper coo-ee clouds pan-dimensional mad mad". (Syliva Patteerson,
"Sky"). Tim Burgess was born in Salford but grew up in a village
near Northwich, Cheshire. Leaving school at 16 to work at ICI, his
real love was music and soon afterwards he was invited to join new
band The Charlatans. For twelve years Burgess lived in Los Angeles
but he has recently returned to the UK.
A Rough Trade Book of the Year After the success of his memoir,
Telling Stories, Tim set himself a quest. He got in touch with
people he admires, and asked them to suggest an album for him to
track down on his travels, giving an insight into what makes them
tick, while also giving Tim a chance to see how record shops around
the world were faring in the digital age. Sending out texts, phone
calls, emails and handwritten notes to the likes of Iggy Pop,
Johnny Marr, David Lynch and Cosey Fanni Tutti, here is the tender,
funny and surprising story of what came back.
The Charlatans' Tim Burgess invites you to the greatest listening
party of all time. In 2020 when the world was forced to hit pause
on live in-person gigs, Tim Burgess found an ingenious way to bring
people together by inviting artists and bands, from Paul McCartney
and New Order to Michael Kiwanuka and Kylie, to host real-time
album playbacks via Twitter. Relive 100 of the most memorable
listening parties here with stories from bands and fans, rarely
seen backstage images, and unique insider info from those who
created these iconic albums. "Hey Twitter, let's all say a big
thanks to Tim for these brilliant events this year! We really
needed them. So much great music being talked about.'" - Sir Paul
McCartney "Twitter being used for something really positive." -
Mary Beard
A Rough Trade Book of the Year 'From lists to experiences and
stories, there are no rules. A good song is a good song whoever
writes it and however the writing happens.' Over the past three
decades, Tim Burgess has cultivated a lyrical style that is equal
parts searing, elusive and raw. Brimming with nods to an eclectic
array of influences, from French chanson to East Coast rap, his
words provide vivid snapshots of modern life, its highs and lows,
and the things we do to get by. For the first time Tim's collected
lyrics are accompanied by his revealing commentary, featuring
backstage anecdotes, advice on how to conjure up the music muse,
poignant reflections - and insight into a very idiosyncratic
songwriting process. One Two Another chronicles the evolution of
Tim's songwriting and reveals the method behind the madness. 'Tim
Burgess is a crusader and vinyl's epic voyager. He knows why pop's
art, a culture and a cure. Learn and listen. He knows good things'
Johnny Marr 'You can't feel blue around Tim. He makes you feel
happy, not just about music but about life. Even the most cynical
of souls (mine) become infected by his gorgeous energy. Plus he
gives good vinyl' Sharon Horgan
Telling Stories by Tim Burgess of The Charlatans is one of the
decade's most revealing rock books 'Clear, honest. An unusually
frank and well-written rock memoir' The Times The Charlatans.
Madchester. Britpop. Taking on the world. Here are the highs, the
lows, the joys, the agonies, and the stories of what it's like to
be in a rock band, as told by front man and survivor, Tim Burgess.
'Like the best bits of every cautionary rock star tale . . . there
is armed robbery and smuggling. There's serious fraud. There are
near and actual death experiences, divorce, industrial cocaine
consumption and magnificent cameos from Madonna, Alan McGee, Ronnie
Wood, Joe Strummer, LA drug dealer Harry The Dog, and Joaquin
Phoenix. A minor classic' Q For readers who enjoyed Life by Keith
Richards and Bit of a Blur by Alex James, Telling Stories is one of
the finest music books of recent times. It's a story of achievement
and survival, from London to LA. 'A vivid read' Independent on
Sunday 'The Charlatans' frontman recalls the heyday of Britpop and
Madchester with endearing exuberance. He's unflinchingly honest
about the bad times but also peppers his story with anecdotal
nuggets about the pitfalls of rock 'n' roll excess' Metro 'Burgess
keeps a level head, a sharp eye and a nice turn of phrase'
Independent 'Written with the stylish flow of a novel - light and
dark, hilarious and melancholic' Emma Forrest 'For a man whose
behaviour borders on the suicidal, Timothy Burgess, the people's
friend, is what you call a life enthusiast. He is also mad. It's a
much-abused word, mad . . . but he really is proper coo-ee clouds
pan-dimensional mad mad' Syliva Patteerson, Sky Tim Burgess was
born in Salford but grew up in a village near Northwich, Cheshire.
Leaving school at 16 to work at ICI, his real love was music and
soon afterwards he was invited to join new band The Charlatans. For
twelve years Burgess lived in Los Angeles but he has recently
returned to the UK.
Deleted in the U.S., this is a mid-priced U.K.reissue of the
Shrewsbury pop band's 1987 debut featuringthe top five smash 'Heart
And Soul' and 10 other tracks:'I Will Be With You', 'China In Your
Hand', 'Friends LikeThese', 'Sex Talk', 'Bridge Of Spies', 'Monkey
House','Valentine', 'Thank You For Goodbye', 'You Give Up'
and'China In Your Hand' (Reprise).
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