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Set The Boy Free: The Autobiography
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The Longawaited Memoir From The Legendary Guitarist And Cofounder Of The Seminal British Band The Smiths.An Artist Who Helped Define A Period In Popular Culture, Johnny Marr Tells His Story In A Memoir As Vivid And Arresting As His Music. The Smiths, The Band With The Signature Sound He Cofounded, Remains One Of The Most Beloved Bands Ever, And Have A Profound Influence On A Number Of Acts That Followedfrom The Stone Roses, Suede, Blur, And Radiohead To Oasis, The Libertines, And Arctic Monkeys.Marr Recalls His Childhood Growing Up In The Northern Workingclass City Of Manchester, In A House Filled With Music. He Takes Us Back To The Summer Of 1982 When, At Eighteen, He Sought Out One Stephen Morrissey To Form A New Band They Called The Smiths. Marr Invites Fans On Stage, On The Road, And In The Studio For The Five Years The Smiths Were Together And How After A Rapid Ascent, The Workingclass Teenage Rock Star Enjoyed And Battled With The Perks Of Success Until Ideological Differences, Combined With His Much Publicized Strained Relationships With Fellow Band Mates, Caused Him To Leave In 1987. Marrs Escape As He Calls It, Ensured The Beginning Of The End For One Of The Most Influential Groups Of A Generation. But The Smiths End Was Only The Beginning For Marr. The Bonafide Guitar Hero Continues To Experiment And Evolve In His Solo Career To This Day, Playing With Paul Mccartney, Pretenders, Modest Mouse, Oasis And Collaborating Todays Most Creative And Renowned Artists.Rising Above And Beyond The Personal Struggles And Bitter Feuds, Marr Delivers The Story Of His Music And His Band, Sharing The Real Insights Of A Man Who Has Made Music His Life, And Finally Giving Fans What Theyve Truly Been Waiting For.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Set the Boy Free: The Autobiography'? A: The autobiography primarily explores Johnny Marr's journey as a musician, detailing his experiences with The Smiths and his evolution as an artist.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Set the Boy Free' is Johnny Marr, the legendary guitarist and cofounder of The Smiths.
- Q: When was 'Set the Boy Free' published? A: 'Set the Boy Free' was published on September 19, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Set the Boy Free'? A: The autobiography contains a total of 512 pages.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: The book is intended for fans of Johnny Marr, The Smiths, and readers interested in rock music history.
- Q: Does the book cover Johnny Marr's life before The Smiths? A: Yes, Marr recalls his childhood and musical influences growing up in Manchester before forming The Smiths.
- Q: Are there any insights into Marr's time after The Smiths? A: Yes, the autobiography discusses Marr's solo career and collaborations with various artists after leaving The Smiths.
- Q: Is 'Set the Boy Free' suitable for readers who are not familiar with The Smiths? A: Yes, while it includes details about The Smiths, the book also provides context about Marr's broader musical journey.
- Q: What makes this autobiography unique compared to other music memoirs? A: Marr's narrative combines personal anecdotes, insights into the music industry, and reflections on artistic evolution, making it a distinctive read.