Bøger af Martin Popoff

Author Martin Popoff assembles a panel of experts to roll through the records one by one, no stone unturned, no songs left unaddressed. There's been little written about Plant's journey from solo icon of the '80s through to his repeated deep-dives into Americana, world music, tributes to other writers, and the singular symphony of sounds that results when he mixes these parts. This book deconstructs each of Plant's 11 thought-provoking albums. It's hoped that the reader emerges with a new and nuanced appreciation for what Robert's been trying to achieve over the decades.

Popoff's detailed timeline takes us through more than fifty years of massive rock history from this much-loved band. This differs from previous Uriah Heep books through the inclusion of so many previously unpublished photos, along with rare memorabilia and artefacts that makes this an indispensable addition to the vast Uriah Heep catalogue.

Drawing on several thousand images this large format 240-page book is a treasure trove for Cult devotees-crammed full of live and off-stage shots and memorabilia that portray the band's journey through the decades. Complimented with words by Cult biographer Martin Popoff. The perfect companion and a valuable addition to any fan's collection.

Formed in Southern California in 1974, Van Halen became one of the best-selling bands in rock history and one of the highest-grossing tour acts with their rock-solid rhythm section, the histrionics of outrageous frontman David Lee Roth, and the wildly inventive and until-then unimaginable guitar heroics of Eddie Van Halen. In Van Halen at 50, prolific rock journalist Martin Popoff pays tribute to the band on the occasion of their 50th anniversary by curating 50 significant milestones, from their formation in 1974 to the passing of Eddie Van Valen in 2020.

An esteemed panel of Cult experts dive deep to discuss every Blue Oyster Cult studio album. No stone is left unturned, as they look at the personalities in the band, every song, every album cover, the band's highly regarded lyrics as poetry, their music as ground-breaking and genre-defying.

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Millions of fans would attest that this is a band eminently deserving of a Visual Biography. From the single sleeves through the passes, posters and promo items and of course, most especially Dave, Ed, Mikey and Al themselves (and Sam, Gary and Wolfgang!), Van Halen was an explosion of colour and action, resulting in a feast for the eyes within the pages of this sumptuously appointed book you now hold in your hands. As one celebrates this legendary band in karate-kicking action, from the mid-'70s all the way up until the last tour in 2015 and many solo points and projects in-between, provided for your reading pleasure is one of Martin Popoff's celebrated detailed timelines, stuffed with trivia that swiftly moves us through forty years of massive rock history from one of the storied greats of the genre. "Runnin' with the Devil," "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love," "Jamie's Cryin'," "Unchained," "Jump," "Panama," "Hot for Teacher," "Why Can't This Be Love," "Finish What Ya Started," "Right Now"... these are some of the biggest anthems of all time, and accompanying the tunes is the narrative of two opposing lead singers, Diamond David Lee Roth and Sammy "Red Rocker" Hagar, both of whom are also represented in detail vis-a-vis their solo careers among the celebration of the core band at hand. The end result is a beach-balling an' sun-tanned symphony of words and pictures, indeed a book that differs from previous Van Halen photography projects through the inclusion of so much rare memorabilia, side ephemera and otherwise nifty pictures of paper goods perking up each page as one basks in what this band managed to accomplish over four decades of white-knuckle rock on the edge.¿

The Damned are forever in the history books as the first UK punk band to get an album out: Damned Damned Damned with "New Rose" and "Neat Neat Neat,", shocking punk anthems that defined the golden era of the new wave. Popoff analyses every damned Damned song across all the albums and every EP and single in minute detail.

The story of Angel is of a band out of time. Despite tons of promotion they racked up a million dollars of debt without the record sales to justify the crazy spending. Then it was all over by 1981. Punky Meadows and Frank DiMino stormed back with solo albums. And then, appearing outta nowhere, Angel returned with a new album in 2019.

In 1974, Alice Cooper shocked the rock world, scooped up his makeup kit and went solo. Get on board and get a sense of how each and every one of Alice's 21 solo albums work, along with an understanding of how absolutely and insanely jam-packed life has been for Alice since.

The Original Alice Cooper Group story in meticulous chronological detail. Corroborating the sequence of events are stories from the band themselves, who explain how they went from politely ignored pariahs in L.A to international Public Enemies Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 and why Alice Cooper was the most feared & revered act in all of rock 'n' roll.

There is much to celebrate, including a surprise platinum hit record to kick off the decade and a full-blown concept album, Clockwork Angels, to close off what is one of the most remarkable careers in rock history. The conclusion to the definitive biography of the rock ''n'' roll kings of the North... now in paperback! Includes two full-colour photo inserts, with unearthed photos of the band. In this conclusion to his trilogy of authoritative books on Canada''s most beloved and successful rock band, Martin Popoff takes us through three decades of ''life at the top'' for Rush s Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart.

Documents Yes's career from the eighties to the present day. Built around Popoff's interviews with Anderson, Bruford, Howe, Squire, Wakeman, Downes, White and many others, leaving much of the story to be told in their own words, along with an abundance of concert images and off stage shots.

Documents the progressive rock pioneer's first twelve years from the release of their eponymous debut album through to 1980's Drama. Popoff takes you on a journey from the early days to the hugely successful seventies; to the union with The Buggles - a world apart from the seventies but continuing to delight their legion of fans.

Established in 1976 at the fore London''s punk rock insurgence, The Clash would outlast their peers while creating some of the most influential albums in rock ''n'' roll history. Author Martin Popoff dissects each of the Clash''s ninety one studio tracks, examining the circumstances that led to their creation, the recording processes, the historical contexts and more.

This visual biography timeline acts as a reference book, including the side-projects, and documents the parallel career paths of UFO and Michael Schenker since 1980, along with Waysted. Covering it all in one mighty tome, crammed full of stunning visuals including many previously unpublished photos.

A photo-stuffed coffee table book with the entire fifty plus year history in meticulous timeline order - a rock-hard reference book, with the facts presented mostly soberly and efficiently. This book contains all manner of facts that also takes a detailed look at offshoot bands and side-projects throughout the visually stunning pages.

2022 marks 75 years since David Bowie fell to earth.

Includes extensive commentary from Popoff's many chats with those who were there, including Rob Halford, Glenn Tipton, K.K. Downing, Ian Hill, Scott Travis, Ripper Owens and Richie Faulkner, along with producers Tom Allom, Chris Tsangarides and Roy Z. The most in-depth examination of Judas Priest's late '80s to present-day output ever attempted.

With extensive, first-hand collections from Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart, as well as from family, friends, and fellow musicians, Anthem: Rush in the 70s is a detailed portrait of Canada''s greatest rock ambassadors. The first of three volumes, Anthem puts the band catalogue, from their self-titled debut to 1978''s Hemispheres into both Canadian and general pop culture context, and presents the trio of quintessentially dependable, courteous Canucks as generators of incendiary, groundbreaking rock ''n'' roll.

Loads of fresh interview content, all the facts and dates and even some of the hot disputes in this critical examination with new reflections on the NWOBHM and some of the detrimental things that came after for many bands, the heroes of our story included.

Lifelong fan and preeminent metal historian Martin Popoff examines the Priest's rich legacy from 1974 to 1984, album by album, anthem by anthem, in this hugely expanded update on the early years portion of his long out-of-print Heavy Metal Painkillers book.

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Incorporating talk from over 60 interviews conductive with band members and other relevant parties over 25 years, this is the most in-depth examination ever executed. We hear the gripes, snipes, swipes and thumbs-up from Dio, Gillan, Hughes, Tony Martin and Ozzy, as they remark upon this institution coddled by the anchor of the band Tony Iommi.

Discover the music that influenced some of the biggest stars in Music history in 10 Albums That Changed My Life, a personal, insightful and gloriously illustrated look at the music that matters the most to the artists who matter the most to you. More than a hundred musicians invite you backstage, each revealing in their own words the 10 albums that influenced their lives, their music and their futures. Artists from Punk to Classic Rock, British Invasion to Pop, and Heavy Metal to Modern Rock take the stage in this sonic coming-of-age adventure. With more than 1,000 albums illustrated and profiled, 10 Albums That Changed My Life shares wonderfully intimate perspectives and surprising selections. Consider Henry Rollins, the legendary front man for punk's Black Flag. Slipped into his list of heavy rockers, you'll find The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Hair. "I had this record in 4th or 5th grade. It was my mother's. I knew it was subversive and I probably shouldn't be listening to it and that's what made it irresistible to me. Besides, there is some great songwriting and performances on this album," Rollins says. From the Beatles' Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band to Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here, Rolling Stone's Exile on Main Street to The Beach Boys Pet Sounds, Flatt & Scruggs The Original Sound to Jimi Hendrix Are You Experienced, the book is packed with classics and cool revelations. Featuring a Foreword by Rock And Roll Hall of Fame artist Nancy Wilson of Heart, 10 Albums That Changed My Life is a fun and fabulous page-turner, tuning into the music that made a difference. And still does.

Charts headbanging through the late `70s, arriving at the first years of this flash phenomenon - 1979 & 1980. Popoff along with dozens of headbanging buddies tell the tale of the genre's birth & mischievous, defiant adolescence - heavy metal would forever be transformed. Wheels of Steel celebrates plainly & yet powerfully, all the reasons why.

Deep Purple timeline from 1980-2011: Tour stuff, recording sessions, charts, singles, certification news, break-ups, personal stuff, trivia for miles, lots of quotes & loaded with factual matter about the family-Rainbow, Whitesnake, Gillan, Blackmore's Night, solo projects, guest slots, Gary Moore, Black Sabbath, Black Country Communion & more.

Agents of Fortune examines the complicated early days of the band, graphically demonstrating the showbiz sweat that goes into making a successful act. Popoff draws on his countless interviews with band members, producer Murray Krugman manager Sandy Pearlman & BOC expert Bolle Gregmar. An essential read for Blue Oyster Cult devotees.