Tony King
The Tastemaker: My Life with the Legends and Geniuses of Rock Music
The Tastemaker: My Life with the Legends and Geniuses of Rock Music
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The Tastemaker is a documentary film about Tony King, who has been at the heart of music's most iconic moments for over sixty years, leaving school and starting his career at Decca Records in 1958. He became close friends with Elton John, rekindled John Lennon and Yoko Ono's relationship, mediated a quarrelsome Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, and spent time with Freddie Mercury in his final days. He experienced the AIDS crisis and its devastating consequences, witnessing the death of family, friends, and the stultifying weight of responsibility.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Faber & Faber
The Tastemaker is a captivating journey that delves into the extraordinary life of a man who has been at the forefront of music's most iconic moments for over sixty years. Starting his career at Decca Records in 1958 at the age of sixteen, Tony King quickly established himself as a key figure in the industry. His close relationships with renowned musicians such as Elton John, John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Freddie Mercury, coupled with his involvement in the vibrant gay scenes in London and New York, shaped his experiences during a period of profound social, technological, and cultural transformation.
As a stalwart in both London and New York's gay scenes, King witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of the AIDS crisis. He lost family members, dear friends, and felt the weight of responsibility in being called upon to hold things together during a time of immense uncertainty and loss. Despite the challenges he faced, Tony King's life was characterized by his disarming warmth and unparalleled charisma.
The Tastemaker is a profound and intimate portrait of a music legend that captures the unpredictable world he inhabited. It sheds light on his friendships, relationships, and the profound impact he had on the music industry and society as a whole. Through his stories and anecdotes, the book paints a vivid picture of a man who lived life to the fullest, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music that will continue to be celebrated for generations to come.
Weight: 248g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571371952
Edition number: Main
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