The previous two albums had been met with a mixed critical reception. Minstrel In The Gallery is the product of a band who kept going and weren't afraid to explore - abundant in innovative musical ideas and insightful lyrics. This is an in-depth perspective on how it was received at the time and what it means in terms of Tull's legacy today.
Kate Bush's debut propelled her to fame & a phenomenal career. With the iconic 'Wuthering Heights', the young Kate captured people's imagination with her original songwriting style & of course, her unique voice. An in-depth perspective on how the album came to be, how it was presented & received & what it means in terms of Kate Bush's legacy today.
Exploring the creation and impact of Jethro Tull's groundbreaking album, the narrative delves into its unique structure as a continuous piece of music and its reception in 1972. Laura Shenton provides insights through contemporary interviews with the band, examining artistic intentions and the album's musical and commercial journey. The book also touches on music theory elements, making it accessible to both musicians and general readers. Ultimately, it highlights the lasting significance of Thick As A Brick in the progressive rock genre and Jethro Tull's enduring legacy.
Despite calls of 'we want Blackmore' when Deep Purple Mark four played live, there was so much more to American guitarist Tommy Bolin than being Ritchie Blackmore's replacement. As a result, the purpose of this long-overdue biography is to readdress the existing narrative of Tommy Bolin's legacy.
The first and long overdue biography of the highly talented drum legend Cozy Powell. Author Laura Shenton MA LLCM DipRSL has a Masters degree in music and provides an insightful angle on Cozy Powell's abilities along with detailed research that presents Powell's career in all its glory.
The succulence of blood, quenching an eternal thirst. Nourishing. Necessary.But Alana doesn't want this. Born of a vampire bloodline and doomed to seek out human flesh to feast from, she doesn't want to be this way.When the full moon rises and the scent of fresh blood fills the air, where does that leave her?Read this novella to find out...
For generations, Esme's village has held dragons in contempt, regarding them as dangerous, evil beasts. Esme isn't convinced though. She sees something in dragons that her family cannot, and, despite their protests, defiantly makes her way towards Dragon Academy. When welcomed with the opportunity to study there, not only is Esme presented with experiences beyond her wildest dreams, but some incredible truths are revealed too. Come on the journey with her in this novella.
If it's a tea party that Princess Tabitha wants, then it's a tea party she'll get! Everyone's invited though.This book will delight young readers in its fun and quirky approach.
Scarecrows are supposed to be scary. But Johnny isn't scary - he's friendly!With a positive message about the value of being kind, this fun book will delight young readers.
Ada Tepez has no choice but to be on the run.Being half-human and half-vampire, when the angry mob comes for her family with pitchforks and flaming torches, she immediately has to flee from the home she grew up in.Come with Ada on her journey as she searches for somewhere safe to call home. Travel with her through the many perils of fifteenth century Romania that feature in this novella.