Supernatural Strategies for Making a Rock 'n' Roll Group (2nd Edition)
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Supernatural Strategies for Making a Rock 'n' Roll Group (2...
Rock 'n' roll antihero Ian F. Svenonius provides an exquisitely provocative and deliciously ironic how-to guide for rock bands; new edition features a brand-new afterword by the author
Supernatural Strategies for Making a Rock 'n' Roll Group (2nd Edition) by Ian F Svenonius is a unique guide that goes beyond the conventional. Packed with insights, it offers an unusual take on the challenges and triumphs of forming a rock and roll band.
This second edition continues to provide readers with Svenonius's trademark wit and wisdom, drawing on his own experiences and the supernatural to deliver strategies that are as entertaining as they are informative. From the metaphysical to the practical, the book covers various aspects of creating a successful music group.
Readers are introduced to concepts and strategies that blend the mystical with the musical, inviting rock enthusiasts and aspiring musicians alike to think creatively and beyond the norm. With humour and a sense of adventure, Svenonius imparts advice on band dynamics, image crafting, and the unpredictable journey of a life in music.
Whether you're a seasoned musician or new to the scene, Supernatural Strategies for Making a Rock 'n' Roll Group offers a fresh perspective that challenges traditional notions of band-making and inspires artistic expression.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781636143101
Publisher: Akashic Books,U.S.
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 May 2026
Country: United States
Imprint: Akashic Books,U.S.
Edition: Second Edition
Illustration: 1 Illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 108.0mm
Height: 175.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 256
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About the Author
IAN F. SVENONIUS is the author of the underground bestsellers Against the Written Word, The Psychic Soviet, Censorship Now!!, and Supernatural Strategies for Making a Rock 'n' Roll Group. He was also the host of VBS.tv's Soft Focus, where he interviewed Mark E. Smith, Genesis P. Orridge, Chan Marshall, Ian MacKaye, and others. As a musician he has created more than twenty albums and countless singles in various rock 'n' roll combos (Escape-ism, Chain & the Gang, the Make-Up, the Nation of Ulysses, etc.). He lives in Los Angeles, CA.
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