Description
This limited - edition hardcover book comes with a bookplate personally signed by Vivien Goldman. Rebel Musix, Scribe on a Vibe showcases Vivien Goldman's remarkable work from 1975. It takes you back to an era when punk music blazed a trail, paving the way for new genres like post - punk and hip - hop. Vivien was one of the few female writers in the Golden Age of music journalism. She was the first, most elegant, and passionate chronicler of reggae, funk, free jazz, and Afrobeat. In the wild world of music business, she was a pioneer as new counter - culture ideas emerged. The book features a wide range of content, from early meetings with Brian Eno, Robert Wyatt, and Can, to profiles of rebels like Britain's first female punk bands, The Raincoats and The Slits. It also covers well - known British groups such as the Sex Pistols, The Clash, and Aswad, American artists like Public Enemy, Curtis Mayfield, and George Clinton, and Jamaican legends Lee 'Scratch' Perry and Dennis Brown. Alongside contemporary profiles of New York's downtown royalty like Patti Smith, Talking Heads, and Richard Hell, there are legendary interviews with Vivien's friends Fela Kuti, Ornette Coleman, and Bob Marley, who seem to watch over the collection like a kind and timeless god. Vivien transformed music writing, and this collection re - tells the stories of the principal radical artists of the late 20th century, solidifying her status as 'The Punk Professor'.
Using this book is simple. Just sit back, relax, and start flipping through the pages to enjoy Vivien Goldman's amazing stories about music. You can read it cover - to - cover or jump around to your favorite artists or time periods. Since it's a signed hardcover, handle it with care. Avoid getting it wet or dirty. When not in use, store it in a cool, dry place on a bookshelf to keep it in good condition. Enjoy this unique piece of music literature!
