Never Good with Horses: Assembled Lyrics

Simon Armitage's work explores a twilight zone where poetry and song lyric converge, and this collection showcases his diverse range of lyrics from various projects. The volume includes lyrics written for Land Yacht Regatta, The Scaremongers, film and theatre productions, and other ventures, demonstrating Armitage's talent for capturing the music of language on the page.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 20 April 2023
Publisher: Faber & Faber

In Simon Armitage's artistic journey, a captivating territory emerges, where poetry and song lyric intertwine, creating a twilight zone of artistic exploration. Armitage has traversed this ethereal realm through a diverse array of endeavors, most notably with the ambient post-rock band Land Yacht Regatta. Within this collection, a rich tapestry of lyrics finds its place, some crafted specifically for Land Yacht Regatta, while others draw from Armitage's illustrious tenure with the DIY indie band The Scaremongers, his involvement in various film and theatre productions, including the acclaimed Songbirds and the BAFTA-winning Feltham Sings, as well as other miscellaneous ventures. The volume's Introduction charts these diverse projects and the enigmatic origins of ritualized language, while its Conclusion offers contextualizing notes and anecdotal insights.

Never Good with Horses serves as a testament to the vast depth and versatility of Armitage's artistic repertoire, showcasing his exceptional talent for capturing the musical essence of language on the written page. Through this captivating collection, Armitage invites readers to immerse themselves in a world where words dance and resonate with a profound emotional resonance, leaving an indelible mark on their literary sensibilities.

Weight: 376g
Dimension: 222 x 148 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571377619
Edition number: Main