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Gudinski

The Godfather of Australian Rock
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Gudinski by Stuart Coupe is a captivating biography that delves into the life of Michael Gudinski, a trailblazing figure in the Australian music industry. The book explores his journey from a passionate teenager to a powerful music mogul, highlighting his influence on legendary Australian bands and his role in shaping the music scene. With an engaging narrative, it reveals the personal and professional milestones that defined Gudinski's impactful career.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the world of music and entertainment, as it delves into the life of a legendary music promoter who changed the landscape of the Australian music scene. It's perfect for those who appreciate stories about ambition, passion, and the inner workings of the music industry.

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The real story of the man behind the bands - and a backstage pass to forty years of Australian rock music.

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Known to many as GODinski, Michael Gudinski is unquestionably the most powerful and influential figure in the Australian rock'n'roll music business—and has been for the last four decades.

Often referred to as 'the father of the Australian music industry', he has nurtured the careers of many artists—Kylie Minogue, Jimmy Barnes, Paul Kelly, Skyhooks, Split Enz, Yothu Yindi, to name just a few. But his reach isn't limited to Australian artists. With his Frontier Touring Company, Gudinski has toured The Rolling Stones, Frank Sinatra, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Madonna, Sting... pretty much a who's who of the arena level international music scene.

A self-made multi-millionaire, Gudinski is the Australian equivalent of Richard Branson or David Geffen. But who is this tough, inspired, flamboyant and impassioned businessman who has shaped Australian popular culture? Where did he come from, and how has he stayed relevant for so long in an industry notorious for its fickleness?

Rock journalist Stuart Coupe delves into Gudinski's life to find the answers—and in doing so gives us a backstage pass to forty years of Australian rock.

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Gudinski by Stuart Coupe is praised for its vibrant portrayal of the influential music industry figure, casting light on Michael Gudinski's dynamic life and career. Critics commend the book's detailed account of Gudinski's impressive business acumen and passion for music. The biography is noted for its fascinating anecdotes, comprehensive research, and colourful exploration of four decades of Australian rock, making it a must-read for music enthusiasts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733633102

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 July 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 159.0mm

Height: 237.0mm

Weight: 502g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Stuart Coupe is an author, music commentator, independent artist publicist and radio broadcaster who has been involved with music all his life. Amongst the books he has written, edited or collaborated on are The New Music (1980), The New Rock 'n' Roll (1983), The Promoters (2003), Gudinski (2015) and Tex (2017).

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