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Set the Boy Free by Johnny Marr (Hardcover, 2016)

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This hardcover book titled "Set the Boy Free" by Johnny Marr is a compelling read for music lovers and fans of biographies. With a total of 464 pages, this book tells the story of the former guitarist of the Smiths and his journey through the music industry. The author provides readers with an insight into his life and experiences, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in the topic. The book is published by Cornerstone in 2016, with an item height of 240mm, item width of 162mm, and item weight of 812g. It is written in English and falls under the genre of biographies and true stories with a focus on music. This hardcover book is perfect for collectors and readers alike, and is sure to be a great addition to any bookshelf.

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'I saw Johnny Marr live in person, with The Smiths. He was light on his feet; like quicksilver. He caused the band to swing like crazy. And he smoked his cigarette like a star. I've been influenced ever since.' Iggy Pop Johnny Marr was born in 1960s Manchester to Irish emigrant parents and knew from an early age that he would be a musician. Forming his first band at thirteen, Marr spent his teenage years on the council estates of Wythenshawe playing guitar, devouring pop culture and inventing his own musical style. It wasn't until the early eighties, when Marr turned up on the doorstep of a singer named Steven Patrick Morrissey, that both a unique songwriting partnership and the group recognised as one of the most iconic bands of all time were formed. In 1983 The Smiths released their first single, and within a year their eponymous debut album reached number two in the UK chart, paving the way for mainstream and critical success on their own terms. For Marr, tensions within the band and desire for a wider musical scope led to his departure from The Smiths in 1987, ensuring the end of one of the most influential British groups of a generation. But this was just the beginning for Marr. From forming Electronic and The Healers to playing with Bryan Ferry, Talking Heads, Kirsty MacColl, Pet Shop Boys, Billy Bragg, Nile Rodgers and Bert Jansch. From joining The Pretenders, The The, Modest Mouse and The Cribs to recently collaborating with Hans Zimmer and receiving acclaim and worldwide success in his own right as a solo artist, Marr has never stopped. Here, for the first time, he tells his own side of the story. From roaming the streets of Manchester to constantly pushing musical boundaries as the most loved guitarist Britain has ever produced, Johnny Marr's memoir is the true history of music - told by one of its very own legends.

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Publisher
Cornerstone
ISBN-13
9781780894324
eBay Product ID (ePID)
227358479

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Book Title
Set the Boy Free
Author
Johnny Marr
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Music
Publication Year
2016
Genre
Biographies & True Stories
Number of Pages
464 Pages

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Item Height
240mm
Item Width
162mm
Item Weight
812g

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Johnny Marr
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom

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5 out of 5 stars
by liamcampbell200...24 May, 2017
Bigmouth strikes again
Very good book, interesting childhood & background growing up in Manchester. How he came to write the music and his musical influences growing up and along the way is fascinating to anyone who loves The Smiths. 10 / 10
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4 out of 5 stars
by jwitty68-406 Jun, 2019
Jonny marr well good read
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5 out of 5 stars
by smiths197212 Jul, 2017
Great Read That's Not Just For The Fans
Whether a Smiths fan, music fan, or just a fan of autobiographies this is a great read.
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5 out of 5 stars
by deep_elmundo17 Jan, 2019
it was written in Green
Interesting insight into the life of an up and coming artist
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5 out of 5 stars
by natashanituleac06 Nov, 2017
Set the boy free.Johnny Marr
Excellent read,good quality too!
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