Autonomy: Portrait of a Buzzcock: Hardback Book

Steve Diggle, once a bass player and later the lead guitarist of the Buzzcocks, has been the key figure in the band since he met Pete Shelley in 1976. Together, they revolutionized the Manchester music scene, launched the indie genre, and became one of the most beloved and influential punk bands ever. After Shelley's tragic death in 2018, Autonomy offers Diggle's detailed inside look at their shared musical journey and complex friendship. It covers the band's rise, fall, and comeback, from supporting the Sex Pistols with original singer Howard Devoto to making it on Top of the Pops, dealing with the excesses of success, break - up, reformation, and life after loss. This book is not only funny and honest but also touchingly philosophical. It tells Diggle's personal story of a working - class man's escape, dreams, redemption, and loss, a heroic survivor's tale from an unquenchable rock 'n' roll spirit. As Will Sergeant of Echo & the Bunnymen said, 'Steve Diggle's approach to bass and guitar was crucial in shaping the punk movement, and Autonomy captures the excitement of first hearing the Buzzcocks.'

To get the most out of this book, start by reading it from cover to cover. You can soak up the rich details of the Buzzcocks' journey and Steve Diggle's personal story. There aren't any strict rules on how to read it, but you might want to take your time with the parts that really interest you. Keep it in a dry place to avoid any damage to the hardback cover. When you're not reading, you can store it on a bookshelf or in a box. If you spill something on it, gently blot the area with a clean, dry cloth. Enjoy this amazing account of the punk rock era!