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The KLF

Chaos, Magic and the Band who Burned a Million Pounds
By John Higgs
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The KLF by John Higgs explores the enigmatic journey of the British band The KLF, delving into their unconventional rise to fame in the 1990s music scene. The book examines the band's controversial actions and philosophical motivations, weaving them into a broader cultural and historical context. This fascinating biography provides insight into the blend of chaos, ambition, and creativity that defined The KLF's unique contribution to music and popular culture.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intersection of music, culture, and the avant-garde. It delves into the extraordinary journey of the band that defied industry norms, exploring their audacious stunts, creative innovations, and philosophical quests. Ideal for those interested in unconventional narratives and the impact of art on society.

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The KLF

The strange tale of the death, life and legacy of the hugely successful band - updated with new material for the 10th anniversary of publication

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'The best non-fiction book I've ever read. It's magical. Stunning' Dan Schreiber, No Such Thing As a Fish

'A pop biography for people who don't read pop biographies' Dorian Lynskey, Guardian

'Brilliant, discursive and wise' Ben Goldacre

'Utterly irresistible and totally brilliant' The Quietus

'A thing of endlessly fascinating, utterly demented genius' Alexis Petridis

They were the bestselling singles band in the world. They had awards, credibility, commercial success and creative freedom. Then they deleted their records, erased themselves from musical history and burnt their last million pounds in a boathouse on the Isle of Jura. And they couldn't say why.

This is not just the story of The KLF. It is a book about Carl Jung, Alan Moore, Robert Anton Wilson, Ken Campbell, Dada, Situationism, Discordianism, magic, chaos, punk, rave, the alchemical symbolism of Doctor Who and the special power of the number twenty-three. Wildly unauthorised and unlike any other music biography, The KLF is a trawl through chaos on the trail of a beautiful, accidental mythology.

10th ANNIVERSARY EDITION UPDATED WITH NEW MATERIAL

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John Higgs's biography on the KLF receives praise for its magical and stunning narrative, offering a unique take on the group’s legacy. It’s described as a pop biography for those who typically avoid the genre, engaging with themes like magical thinking and conspiracy theories. The book captures the eccentric and rebellious nature of the KLF, providing a brilliant, entertaining exploration of their provocative career and philosophical underpinnings, beyond just their music.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399610353

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 540g

Pages: 336

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir John Higgs Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction

About the Author

John Higgs is the author I HAVE AMERICA SURROUNDED, THE KLF, STRANGER THAN WE CAN IMAGINE, WATLING STREET, THE FUTURE STARTS HERE, WILLIAM BLAKE NOW, WILLIAM BLAKE VS THE WORLD and LOVE AND LET DIE. He lives in Brighton.

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