Lenny Kaye
Lightning Striking
Lightning Striking
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Lenny Kaye's book "Lightning Striking: Ten Crossroads of Rock and Roll" is a tribute to the soul-saving power of rock and roll, drawing from a lifetime of inspiration and experience. It explores ten crossroads of time and place that define rock and roll, its unforgettable flashpoints, characters, and visionaries, and the communal energy that creates a scene.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 528 pages
Publication date: 11 May 2023
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Lenny Kaye's "LIGHTNING STRIKING: Ten Crossroads of Rock and Roll" is a captivating and heartfelt tribute to the soul-saving power of rock and roll. Drawing from a lifetime of inspiration and experience, Kaye delves into ten pivotal facets of this beloved genre, offering a unique and knowledgeable perspective. From the exhilaration of a young musician plugging in their first electric guitar to the euphoria of a fan taking the dance floor, Kaye captures the essence of rock and roll's enduring appeal.
Spanning various cities and eras, from Memphis in 1954 to Seattle in 1991, "LIGHTNING STRIKING" explores the communal energy that creates a rock and roll scene. It provides a guided tour inside style and performance, showcasing the iconic figures, movements, and moments that have shaped the genre. From Elvis Presley's Memphis to the Beatles' Liverpool, Patti Smith's New York, and Kurt Cobain's Seattle, Kaye reveals the stories behind the music, shedding light on the artists, hustlers, and hangers-on who contributed to its evolution.
With his acclaimed knowledge and experience as a working musician, Kaye's book is both grandly sweeping and minutely detailed. It offers an ear-opening insight into our shared musical and cultural history, providing a carpet ride of rock and roll's most influential movements and moments. "LIGHTNING STRIKING" is a testament to the enduring power of rock and roll, inspiring and captivating readers with its vivid storytelling and profound appreciation for this beloved genre.
Weight: 384g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474615099
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