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Like Punk Never Happened

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Like Punk Never Happened by Dave Rimmer is a deep dive into the post-punk era, examining how the genre evolved and impacted the music industry in the 1980s. The book provides insights into the cultural landscape that followed punk's initial explosion, featuring key industry figures and musicians who shaped the time. It's an engaging exploration of music, fashion, and the enduring influence of punk on popular culture.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in music history, specifically the evolution of post-punk and new wave music. It offers a captivating journey through the transformation of the music scene in the 1980s, highlighting key artists and cultural shifts. Perfect for those who appreciate a mix of music journalism and cultural analysis.

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The definitive account of the first rise and fall of Boy George and Culture Club and British pop music in the 1980s. NEW EXPANDED EDITION | WITH A FOREWORD BY NEIL TENNANT | FEAUTURING A BONUS CHAPTER ON DURAN DURAN AND A NEW AFTERWORD.

Faber presents a new expanded edition of Like Punk Never Happened, the definitive account of the first rise and fall of Boy George and Culture Club and British pop music in the 1980, featuring a new introduction by Neil Tennant, bonus chapter on Duran Duran and a new afterword by the author.

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A story of money, sex, stardom, screaming fans and forgotten ideals, Like Punk Never Happened is Dave Rimmer's witty, authoritative, fast-moving and provocative insider account of the roller-coaster ride that was Boy George & Culture Club and the new '80s pop.

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Like Punk Never Happened is praised for its engaging writing and insightful analysis. It has been described as a fascinating and controversial examination of British pop culture, providing a candid account that resonates from within the heart of the music scene. Critics commend Dave Rimmer for his entertaining and sharp study, marking the book as an exemplar of music journalism.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571361083

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Dave Rimmer is a music journalist and critic, having contributed to magazines in the UK, USA and Germany, including Smash Hits, Q, MOJO, The Wire and The Face. He is the author of a number of books, including Like Punk Never Happened, Once Upon a Time in the East, and New Romantics: The Look.

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