The Creation Records Story

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My Magpie Eyes are Hungry for the Prize

By David Cavanagh

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The Creation Records Story by David Cavanagh delves into the rise and influence of Creation Records, a pivotal label in the British music scene. The book explores its impact on the indie music landscape, chronicling its challenges, successes, and the passionate individuals behind its iconic bands. This insightful narrative captures the essence of a transformative era in music history.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by the iconic era of indie music and want an insider's look into one of the most influential record labels of the '80s and '90s. The engaging narrative offers insight into the rise of legendary bands and the cultural impact they had, making it perfect for fans of music history and arts enthusiasts.

Out of print for many years and regarded as one of the greatest music books ever written, My Magpie Eyes are Hungry for the Prize: The Creation Records Story is the definitive account of the iconic British record label, republished for the label's 40th anniversary.

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'The greatest book ever written on British independent music' - Guardian

'One of the best British music books of the last ten years' - Mojo

Founded by Alan McGee in 1983, Creation Records achieved notoriety as the home of Primal Scream, the Jesus and Mary Chain and other anti-Establishment acts. During the Britpop boom of the mid-90s, the astonishing success of Oasis brought Creation fame on the world stage. In 1999, however, McGee announced his shock departure as his label's influence over a generation of British music came to a confusing and disappointing end.

Containing interviews with Creation musicians, employees, supporters and detractors, this is the inside story of Creation Records - and of British music since the 1980s.

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The Creation Records Story by David Cavanagh is praised for its in-depth exploration of one of the most influential labels in music history. Reviewers highlight Cavanagh's engaging narrative style and the book's detailed account of the rise and impact of Creation Records, celebrating its candid portrayal of the personalities and pivotal moments that shaped British alternative music.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571362530

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 48.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 845g

Pages: 752

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About the Author

David Cavanagh has written for Select, Sounds, Q, Mojo and Uncut. He is the author of the critically acclaimed Goodnight and Good Riddance: How Thirty-Five of John Peel Helped To Shape Modern Life. The Creation Records Story: My Magpie Eyes are Hungry for the Prize was originally published to wide critical-acclaim in 2001. He died in 2018.

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