No Regrets: Writings on Scott Walker
In 1966, Scott Walker had a No. 1 hit with “The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore.” More than 40 years later, his newest album features recordings of meat being punched. Yet through it all, his fans have remained passionate, and his critical reputation has soared. The recent film Scott Walker: 30...
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In 1966, Scott Walker had a No. 1 hit with “The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore.” More than 40 years later, his newest album features recordings of meat being punched. Yet through it all, his fans have remained passionate, and his critical reputation has soared. The recent film Scott Walker: 30 Century Man included praise from such stars as David Bowie, Radiohead, and Sting. Now acclaimed author Rob Young has assembled a long-overdue tribute to this influential, enigmatic artist.
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Format: hardcover
ISBN:
9781409102731 (1409102734)
Publish date: May 2012
Publisher: Orion Books
Pages no: 273
Edition language: English
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