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Wham! George & Me

Celebrate 40 Years of Wham! with the Sunday Times Bestseller
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Wham! George & Me by Andrew Ridgeley offers a nostalgic dive into the life of the iconic pop duo Wham! from Ridgeley's perspective. Chronicling his friendship with George Michael, the memoir explores their journey to stardom, the highs and lows of fame, and their enduring bond. It's a heartfelt tribute to their musical legacy and the personal stories that shaped their success.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the vibrant world of 1980s pop music and are interested in an intimate look at the friendship and success of one of the most iconic music duos. Written by Andrew Ridgeley, it offers an insider's perspective on his personal journey, his musical partnership with George Michael, and the whirlwind life of fame and creativity.

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Wham! George & Me

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The long-awaited and lovingly told story of Andrew, George, and their time together as Wham!

The Sunday Times Bestseller

For the first time, Andrew Ridgeley—one half of one of the most famous bands in the world—tells the inside story of Wham!, his life-long friendship with George Michael, and the formation of a band that changed the shape of the music scene in the early eighties.

In 1975 Andrew took a shy new boy at school under his wing. They instantly hit it off, and their boyhood escapades at Bushey Meads School built a bond that was never broken. The duo found themselves riding an astonishing rollercoaster of success, taking them all over the world. They made and broke iconic records, they were treated like gods, but they stayed true to their friendship and ultimately to themselves. It was a party that seemed as if it would never end. And then it did, in front of tens of thousands of tearful fans at Wembley Stadium in 1986.

Andrew's memoir covers in wonderful detail those years, up until that last iconic concert—the scrapes, the laughs, the relationships, the good and the bad. It's a unique and one-and-only time to remember that era, that band, and those boys.

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Andrew Ridgeley's memoir offers a heartfelt tribute to his friendship with George Michael and their time in Wham!. Reviews highlight the book's charm, emotion, and nostalgic appeal, emphasising its affectionate account of their rise to fame and Ridgeley's enduring admiration for Michael. It's noted for being both a celebration of the pop group's legacy and a moving personal narrative, making it appealing to both fans and those who cherish stories of lifelong friendship.

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ISBN: 9780241385821

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 June 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

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

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Andrew Ridgeley is one of the most recognisable faces of the eighties. He was one half of the phenomenal pop duo, WHAM!, one of the biggest names in the history of pop music. Born in Surrey, England, he grew up in Bushey, Hertfordshire where he met George Michael whilst attending Bushey Meads School; they struck up an easy friendship - both having a common interest in music - before forming WHAM! The band sold multi-platinum albums and singles globally, having number 1 hits all over the world including both the UK and the US. Andrew now pursues a variety of interests, significant amongst which is fundraising for The Dallaglio RugbyWorks Charity. He splits his time between his homes in Cornwall and London.

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