{"product_id":"antmusic-an-unofficial-biography-of-adam-and-the-ants-9781912782918","title":"Antmusic: An unofficial biography of Adam and the Ants","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eAdam and the Ants were formed in 1976 by Stuart Goddard, a Hornsey Art College student, after seeing an early Sex Pistols gig. Their combination of punk sensibility, heroic imagery, and tribal rhythms made them one of the most iconic acts of the 1980s. Pioneers of the music video, they achieved three top 20 albums and 9 top 40 singles, including \"Stand and Deliver!\" and \"Prince Charming.\" Mark N. Redmayne's unofficial biography documents how Adam rose from the ashes of punk to become the first pop star of the 1980s. Adam Ant continues to play to devoted Antpeople of all ages around the world. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 304 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25 March 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wymer Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdam and the Ants, a groundbreaking band that emerged in London in 1976, was formed by the talented Stuart Goddard, a student at Hornsey Art College. Their musical prowess was a captivating blend of punk sensibility, heroic imagery, and tribal rhythms, making them one of the most iconic acts of the 1980s. The band's pioneering work in the music video genre resulted in three top 20 albums, which yielded nine top 40 singles, including chart-topping hits such as \"Cartrouble,\" \"Kings of the Wild Frontier,\" \"Antmusic,\" \"Dog Eat Dog,\" \"Antrap,\" and the unforgettable number 1 smash \"Stand and Deliver!\" Additionally, their song \"Prince Charming\" also achieved significant popularity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo commemorate the 40th anniversary of Adam Ant's first solo number 1 single, \"Goody Two Shoes,\" Mark N. Redmayne has authored an unofficial biography that delves into the remarkable journey of this musical icon. Through extensive research and insightful interviews with ex-Ants and key personnel, Redmayne sheds light on how Adam emerged from the ashes of punk to become the first pop star of the 1980s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday, Adam Ant remains a beloved figure, captivating audiences of all ages around the world with his energetic performances. His music continues to resonate with fans, reminding us of the timeless impact he had on the music industry. This is a story that belongs to both Adam and his dedicated Antpeople, a testament to the enduring power of music and the indomitable spirit of an artist who refused to be defined by genre boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 550g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 x 19 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781912782918\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mark N. Redmayne","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44106248421626,"sku":"9781912782918","price":12.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1648205034480_book.jpg?v=1648225208","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/antmusic-an-unofficial-biography-of-adam-and-the-ants-9781912782918","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}