Soul Survivor

Name: Soul Survivor
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780306822674
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A Biography of Al Green

By Jimmy McDonough

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Soul Survivor by Jimmy McDonough dives into the vibrant and tumultuous life of legendary soul singer Al Green. The biography explores his rise to fame, personal struggles, spiritual journey, and the enduring impact of his music on the world. Through detailed research and interviews, McDonough paints a compelling portrait of a complex icon in music history.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in vivid and compelling narratives about remarkable lives. The biography offers an immersive journey into the life of a resilient and fascinating individual, shedding light on the perseverance and strength required to overcome life's challenges. With Jimmy McDonough's skillful storytelling, this memoir provides both heart and depth, making it a captivating read for anyone intrigued by personal stories of triumph and survival.

Soul Survivor

Narrative biography of tortured soul singer Al Green by the author of Shakey: Neil Young's Story

Description

With songs like "Love and Happiness," "I'm Still in Love with You," and "Tired of Being Alone," Al Green is considered by many to be the greatest soul singer of all time. He has sold more than 20 million records, been sampled by countless hip-hop artists, and even had President Obama singing his tunes. One of the most intricate and elusive figures in popular music, Green has never been scrutinised in print successfully—until now.

Soul Survivor is the biography of a man whose life is the embodiment of the collision between the sacred and the profane, traversing the tortured road Green roamed from gospel to secular and back again. Readers bear witness to some of the greatest music ever recorded and the never-before-told story of Green's label, Hi Records.

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Jimmy McDonough's Soul Survivor is praised for its insightful, detailed exploration of Al Green's complex life and career. Reviewers highlight McDonough's engaging writing and thorough research, which paints a vivid picture of Green's contradictions and achievements. The biography is noted for capturing the enigmatic essence of Green, offering a compelling narrative that's both entertaining and informative for music lovers and biography enthusiasts alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780306822674

Publisher: Hachette Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 August 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Da Capo Press Inc

Illustration: 1 16-page photo insert

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 648g

Pages: 304

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Biography & Memoir Jimmy McDonough Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction

About the Author

Jimmy McDonough is a journalist and biographer who is perhaps best known for his biographies of Russ Meyer, Andy Milligan, Neil Young, and Tammy Wynette. Over the span of his career he has written for a number of publications including The Village Voice, Film Comment, and Variety. McDonough lives in Portland, Oregon.