Book description
No other city in the world is as well known or loved for its vibrant
and definitive musical history as Liverpool. In 2002, Guinness
World Records: British Hit Singles voted Liverpool 'World
Capital of Pop', recognising that Liverpool's homegrown talent has
produced more number one hit singles per capita than anywhere else in
the world. In 2008, Liverpool will celebrate its crown as European
Capital of Culture.
Paul Du Noyer's acclaimed book takes us on a tour of the rich
musical history of his hometown, from the world-famous Cavern Club in
Mathew Street, host to the Beatles' debut performance in 1961, to the
city's musical future with contemporary bands like The Zutons.
Featuring interviews with key figures of the music scene, this book
reveals the creative impulse behind Britain's most musical city.
Find out why Liverpool is not just a place where music happens. The
city is the reason music happens.
Paul Du Noyer was born and raised in Liverpool and has been writing
about music for over twenty years. His writing credentials include
assistant editor of the
NME
, editor of
Q
and founding editor of
MOJO
. He was on the launch team for
Heat
and
Word
magazines and remains associate editor of the latter. His other books
include a history of John Lennon's solo years,
We All Shine On
.
