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Remain in Love

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Remain in Love by Chris Frantz offers an engaging insight into the life and career of the Talking Heads drummer. Frantz chronicles his experiences in the music industry, detailing his journey through the iconic band's formation, successes, and his life with his wife and bandmate, Tina Weymouth. The memoir captures the vibrancy of the music scene and the personal stories that shaped his remarkable career.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of the Talking Heads or Tom Tom Club, as it offers an intimate glimpse into the life and career of Chris Frantz, the co-founder and drummer of both bands. The memoir is filled with personal anecdotes and insights into the dynamic music scene of the late 20th century, making it appealing to music enthusiasts and those curious about the behind-the-scenes stories of iconic musical acts.

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Remain in Love

Remain in Love tells the story of two bands and a love story (and marriage) that survived them both

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

As the Brits say: I'm gobsmacked. I devoured this book... one of the most potent examples of living the dream — DEBBIE HARRY

A great drummer who has written a great book — BILL MURRAY

A revealing inside account of the highs and lows of a band who looked and sounded like nobody else — OLIVIA LAING, Guardian

Chris Frantz's memoir tells the story of his life with Talking Heads, Tom Tom Club, and his life-long love affair with Tina Weymouth. He remembers the early performances at CBGB alongside the Ramones, Patti Smith, Television, and Blondie, as well as recording the game-changing albums, Talking Heads '77, More Songs About Buildings And Food, Fear Of Music, and Remain In Light.

During a break from Talking Heads, Chris and Tina formed Tom Tom Club, in the process creating a hybrid of funk, disco, pop, and electro that would have a huge impact on the club scene around the world.

Warm and candid, funny and heartfelt, Remain in Love charts the rise of a band that began as a dream and culminated with their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It reveals the once-in-a-lifetime love story and creative partnership between Chris and Tina, one of the greatest rhythm sections of all time.

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Chris Frantz's Remain in Love is a captivating memoir offering a vivid journey through his life with Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club, highlighting his deep affection for his wife and creative partner, Tina Weymouth. Reviewers praise its rich storytelling, energetic detail, and Frantz's vibrant recounting of his adventures, alongside reflections on the iconic music scene of the 1970s and 80s. The book is both a tribute to his enduring love for Tina and an insightful, entertaining narrative that captures the exhilarating highs and personal dynamics of being in a groundbreaking band.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474615143

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 July 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: White Rabbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 40.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Chris Frantz founded Talking Heads with David Byrne at Rhode Island School of Art & Design in the mid 1970s. Alongside bassist Tina Weymouth, he is one half of a rhythm section that is widely thought to be up there with the very greatest in rock and pop history.

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