Synopsis
Published: 10 February 2000 / Pages: 304 + 8 pages b/w photographs
Price: £12.99 - but if you want a brand new copy for £3 (!) + postage then email me directly (robj@innotts.co.uk)
Beck is 40 years of American music rolled into one small frame. Borrowing deeply from sources as diverse as Appalachian folk and New York hip-hop, he also passes through blues, punk, pop, rock and country on the way. He's arguably the most important, original force in contemporary music - yet there has never been an incisive, definitive study of his work until now. Beck! On A Backwards River follows the career of the diminutive icon from his first ever single - the indie smash 'Loser' - to his status today as the most innovative musician since Prince. This book closely examines the man behind the music whose music heads optimistically into the new millennium. PRESS REVIEWS
‘With his bohemian background and early career struggles Beck is ripe for a biography and Beck! On a Backwards River is a serious attempt to chronicle his life and put his work into context.’
The Times,
‘Every Beck fan will want to get their hands on a copy!’
Buzz
‘Jovanovic manfully tackles the enigma that is Beck Hanson…Those keen to discover the hows and ways of his art will glean insights into Beck’s musical alchemy, and there are plenty of interviews with those who have played with him along the way. There’s also a complete discography, to help you keep up with Beck’s scattergun recordings.’
Guitar Magazine
‘A compelling tale.’
Select
‘A book detailing the eclectic maestro that a real fan will fall over themselves for. On a Backwards river has all the vital statistics, every kind of ‘ography’ you could think of, and a thorough dissection of Beck’s life and career…this comprehensive Beck-tionary has him well covered for the time being.’
Front Magazine
‘Carefully compiled homage to Beck…’
New Musical Express
‘What does finally across is that the man-boy is going to be with us for many years and the best is yet to come. That alone makes this such an enjoyable read.’
Morning Star
"Jovanovic's book provides an excellent overview of a fine artist" Amazon.co.uk
Ordering
click on following link to buy this book at amazon.co.uk
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/0753504510/o/qid%3D990116105/sr%3D8-2/202-1212432-2563865
or directly from me for £3 + postage - a must!
Overseas editions
(to be completed)
Some Beck Links-
Deborah's slo-jam site http://slojamcentral.tripod.com/news.html
and don't forget the official party line at www.beck.com
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