{"title":"Dr. Glenn D'Cruz","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful world of Dr. Glenn D'Cruz, a trailblazing author renowned for his contributions to the Arts \u0026amp; Culture genre. Delve into his captivating narratives, which skilfully weave together the intricacies of artistic expression and cultural dialogues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong Dr. D'Cruz's distinguished works is \u003cem\u003eVarious Artists' Truckload of Sky: The Lost Songs of David McComb Vol. 1\u003c\/em\u003e. This title unveils the enigmatic legacy of David McComb, the eminent frontman of The Triffids, through an assemblage of previously unreleased songs. Dr. D'Cruz artfully illuminates the enduring impact of McComb's work on the musical landscape, offering readers a unique glimpse into the creative process and the profound connections between music and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngage with Dr. Glenn D'Cruz's collection to explore a rich tapestry of artistic insights and cultural reflections that challenge and inspire. Perfect for those with a passion for music, culture, and the transformative power of the arts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"various-artists-truckload-of-sky-the-lost-songs-of-david-mccomb-vol-1-by-dr-glenn-dcruz-9798765127469","title":"Various Artists' Truckload of Sky: The Lost Songs of David McComb Vol. 1","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid McComb\u003c\/strong\u003e, the driving force behind The Triffids, shaped one of Australia’s most revered albums, \u003cem\u003eBorn Sandy Devotional\u003c\/em\u003e (1986). But after the band’s breakup, illness curtailed his solo career. He died in 1999, aged 36.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTruckload of Sky: The Lost Songs of David McComb Vol. 1\u003c\/em\u003e (2020) revives his final, unrecorded songs through the efforts of longtime collaborators, friends, and admirers, including Graham Lee, Robert McComb, Phil Kakulas, Rob Snarski, JP Shilo, Romy Vager, and Angie Hart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book traces how McComb’s last songs extend his thematic preoccupations—love, loss, exile, and the lingering pull of the past—through the framework of hauntology. Engaging with the ideas of Jacques Derrida and Mark Fisher, it places his songwriting in a broader cultural and philosophical landscape before turning to his lost compositions, revealing an artist still in full command of his craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExploring connections between music, memory, and artistic legacy, D’Cruz positions McComb as not only a singular songwriter but a literary voice of lasting significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47363319431404,"sku":"9798765127469","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9203183488869.jpg?v=1772920413"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/dr-glenn-dcruz.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}