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The Replacements' Let It Be

By Colin Meloy
Series: 33 1/3
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The Replacements' Let It Be by Colin Meloy is a poignant memoir exploring the profound impact of the 1980s College Rock album Let It Be. Growing up in culturally isolated Montana, Meloy found rare inspiration in this album, which became a lifeline during his formative years. The book lovingly captures the fervent passion and lasting influence that the music wielded over Meloy, shaping his future in a deeply personal way.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This memoir will appeal to fans of 1980s College Rock, readers interested in personal music histories, and those fascinated by the cultural impact of influential albums, especially in isolated or underserved regions. It is also recommended for admirers of Colin Meloy and the Decemberists.

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What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen.

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One of the greatest moments of College Rock in the 1980s, Let It Be had a huge impact on the fans who fell under its spell. For Colin Meloy, growing up in Montana - a state that's strangely missing from the tour itineraries of almost every band - the album was a lifeline and an inspiration.

In this disarming memoir, Meloy lovingly recreates those feverish first years when rock music grips you and never lets go.

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The Big Takeover praises the memoir for conveying the intense emotional connection Meloy felt towards the album and how songs like "Sixteen Blue" and "I Will Dare" resonated as personal calls in the dark. Meloy’s recounting of discovering a tribute to The Replacements at the 400 Club is celebrated for its genuine and engaging portrayal of music as an enduring, active experience that shapes life paths. The review highlights Meloy’s vulnerability and compelling writing style.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780826416339

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 110g

Pages: 118

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Arts & Culture Colin Meloy Non-Fiction Series: 33 1/3

About the Author

Colin Meloy is the lead singer and song writer for the Decemberists. Their first two albums, Castaways and Cutouts and Her Majesty the Decemberists, have been released to widespread critical acclaim. He lives in Portland, OR.

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