The Voice Inside

Name: The Voice Inside
Brand: Hachette Australia
SKU: 9780733653032
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By John Farnham and Poppy Stockell

Brief Description

At last, the unflinching and unforgettable memoir of music and life from the much-loved Australian legend. The Voice Inside takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the life and career of John Farnham, an iconic figure in Australian music. This memoir opens a window into John's... Read More

Format: Paperback / softback

The Voice Inside

Description

At last, the unflinching and unforgettable memoir of music and life from the much-loved Australian legend.

The Voice Inside takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the life and career of John Farnham, an iconic figure in Australian music. This memoir opens a window into John's early years, from his roots in London to his formative years in Melbourne, where his passion for music began to take shape. At a young age, John couldn't have imagined the heights he would reach, but his love for music propelled him into the spotlight.

The book delves into the phenomenal rise of John Farnham, marked by his pop stardom in the 1960s and his landmark success with the album Whispering Jack. As the highest-selling Australian album of all time, it cemented his status as a musical titan. The story doesn't stop there; it traces John's illustrious career over decades, filled with extensive tours, twenty-one ARIA awards, and the honour of being named Australian of the Year.

Yet, The Voice Inside is much more than a catalog of achievements. It reveals the resilience John summoned when his career faced significant setbacks. The memoir doesn't shy away from the intense challenges he encountered: stalled progress, ruthless rejection from record companies, and facing financial collapse. Despite everything, John managed to stay true to his artistic vision and pride in his work.

This book also explores John's personal side, showcasing his enduring relationships with family and friends and the strength he found in those connections. It’s a heartfelt narrative of perseverance and standing tall amidst the industry’s trials and tribulations. John's talent, creativity, and unique ability to connect with audiences shines through every page.

After his devastating cancer diagnosis and enduring many personal losses, John Farnham now shares his story with unparalleled honesty and depth.

The Voice Inside offers an intimate and powerfully engaging read, akin to sitting down with a close friend and uncovering tales that are personal, touching, and immensely entertaining. Co-authored with award-winning filmmaker Poppy Stockell, this memoir provides a compelling and sincere look into the life of a man whose music has been the soundtrack to countless lives.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733653032

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 October 2024

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 300g

Pages: 368

Collections

Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir John Farnham Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Poppy Stockell

About the Author

John Farnham (Author)

JOHN FARNHAM is an Australian national treasure, one of Australia's top performing artists and the greatest singer Australia has ever produced. Born in London, John immigrated to Australia with his family in 1959. From high school he played in local bands around Melbourne and in 1967 John left a plumbing apprenticeship to pursue a full-time career in entertainment. And what a career it has been.

For five years, from 1969 to 1973, John was voted the King of Pop and his success brought him screaming fans and recording contracts, won him starring roles in stage shows and musicals and delivered twelve singles and six albums that all achieved gold status. The fickle nature of pop saw his pop career wane in the late seventies, but John's talent continued to develop. In 1982, he was invited to front the Little River Band (LRB) and he toured extensively with the band in the US. But it was after leaving LRB that John truly came into his own. In 1986 he released his solo album Whispering Jack. This phenomenal album is still Australia's highest-selling album of all time by a local artist.

In August 2022, John was diagnosed with mouth cancer and retreated with his wife of over fifty years, Jill, to fight this cancer battle. In 2023 the documentary called Finding the Voice, that looked at John's career and the creation of Whispering Jack, was released. It became the highest-grossing Australian-made film in 2023.

Poppy Stockell (Author)

POPPY STOCKELL is an award-winning writer, director and producer with a penchant for stories exploring human identity, humour and the inherent contradictions of existence. She has written and directed for all the major networks and her independent projects have played to big audiences at the world's most prestigious festivals including SXSW, Hot Docs, Sheffield Doc/Fest, New Orleans Film Festival, and the Sydney Film Festival. Her work has been recognised by an AACTA, a Walkley Award, a UN Media Peace Prize, two Logie nominations and the Audience Award at the Sydney Film Festival.

Poppy's debut feature, John Farnham Finding the Voice, recently became the highest box-office grossing Australian documentary of all time and her scripted comedy series Triple Oh! won the coveted Luna De Valencia Grand Jury Prize.