Walking Back Home

Ricky Ross started his full-time career in music in 1986. He has written a memoir, Walking Back Home, which takes the reader on a journey from his childhood to the rollercoaster of leading his band to top of the charts and their break-up, his solo career, and Deacon Blue's recent renaissance.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 17 August 2023
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

For countless years, I have woven tales of enchantment. In recent times, I have also shared these captivating stories on the radio platform. Along my journey, I have encountered remarkable individuals whose tales deserve to be recounted. The memory of the first time Deacon Blue graced the stage of Wembley Arena still lingers vividly in my mind. As I prepared to introduce a song, a voice echoed from Row Z, urging me to proceed with the performance. Undeterred, we carried on with the melody, yet I often found myself contemplating the completion of that very story.

In 1986, Ricky Ross embarked on a full-time musical journey that has spanned over three and a half decades. During his earlier years, he dedicated himself to youth work and teaching in his hometown of Dundee, as well as his adopted city of Glasgow. These two cities played a pivotal role in shaping his musical talents and craftsmanship. Throughout his life, Ricky has been deeply inspired by the people and places that have left an indelible mark on his existence. Consequently, his approach to his first-ever memoir, aptly titled "Walking Back Home," is nothing short of remarkable. This captivating book takes readers on a journey from Ricky's formative years to the exhilarating highs of leading his band to chart-topping success and the eventual dissolution of the group. It encompasses his solo career, as well as the recent resurgence of Deacon Blue.

Through his poignant storytelling, Ricky invites us to accompany him on a personal odyssey, exploring the intricacies of love, loss, resilience, and the pursuit of artistic fulfillment. With each turn of the page, we are transported back in time, reliving the joys and challenges of his youth, the exhilaration of chart-topping success, and the emotional toll of disbandment. "Walking Back Home" is a testament to Ricky's unwavering dedication to his craft and his unwavering commitment to sharing the stories that have shaped his remarkable life. It is a book that resonates with readers of all ages, offering a glimpse into the human experience and reminding us of the power of music to connect, inspire, and heal.

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472289308