Do You Believe in the Power of Rock & Roll?: Forty Years of Music Writing from the Frontline

Do You Believe in the Power of Rock & Roll? is a history of alternative rock by John Robb, covering the late 1970s to the present day, including the rave scene, electronic and techno, and numerous bands. Robb was the first to write about Nirvana, coined Britpop, and documented the Stone Roses' rise. He has interviewed key players in the business, including Jordan, Steve Albini, Daniel Ash, Noel Gallagher, and Lemmy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 27 April 2023
Publisher: Unbound

Do You Believe in the Power of Rock & Roll? is a captivating journey through the history of alternative rock, penned by John Robb, whose music still echoes in his ears. This collection takes readers on a journey from the late 1970s, when John first fell under the spell of punk's exhilarating energy, to the present day, traversing the early days of the rave scene, the emergence of electronic and techno, and the proliferation of bands that carved their unique paths.

John's pioneering work in the music industry is evident in his groundbreaking contributions. He was the first to shed light on Nirvana, coining the term "Britpop," and documenting the rise of the Stone Roses from Manchester before anyone else took notice. He was a constant presence at pivotal gigs, interviewing key figures such as Jordan, the queen of punk, founding father of new American rock Steve Albini, goth-rock guitarist Daniel Ash, infamous Oasis co-founder Noel Gallagher, and music legends like Lemmy and Poly Styrene.

Few individuals have had the privilege of witnessing firsthand so many significant moments in the last forty years of rock history. In this book, these witnesses come together to create a vital and essential history, documenting their personal quest to capture the ever-evolving soundtrack of our modern world.

Weight: 350g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800182189