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Remembered for a While by Cally Callomon, Gabrielle Drake, Nick Drake (Hardcover, 2014)
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Rock has known a million morose young poets. . by the law of averages, they were bound to spawn at least one genuine genius. This gorgeous new book, co-compiled by his sister Gabrielle rectifies this.
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'Probably the most ambitious, generous and thorough volume about a musician to see publication' Mouth Magazine The authorised companion to the music of Nick Drake, compiled, composed and edited by Cally Callomon and Gabrielle Drake, with contributions from Nick's friends, critics, adherents, family and from Nick Drake himself. REMEMBERED FOR A WHILE is not a biography. It is, rather, an attempt to cast a few shards of light on Nick Drake the poet, the musician, the singer, the friend, son and brother, who was also more than all of these. We hope it will accompany all those in search of an elusive artist, whose haunting presence defies analysis. The book contains: In-depth interviews with many of Nick's friends, most notably Paul Wheeler, Nick's close friend from Cambridge days, a singer-songwriter who, of all Nick's friends, perhaps best understood, from personal experience, Nick's journey through musical creation to despair and back again. A selection of photos from all eras - some never seen before - with reproductions of documents such as the scrapbook Molly Drake kept of her son's press cuttings, and the original and rejected album covers. Images of Nick's handwritten and typed lyrics, including the lyrics of some songs for which the music has never been found. Newly commissioned pieces by Nick's friends Jeremy Harmer, Brian Wells, Robin Frederick and the poet Will Stone. Contributions also from the sleeve designer Michael Trevithick, Island Records's Ann Sullivan and the photographer and artist Nigel Waymouth. Extracts from Nick's letters - part of an extensive correspondence that exists between Nick and his parents, which charts their relationship from the time he first went to boarding school until the time he came home, when his depression had settled upon him and he felt he had nowhere else to go. From this point, Nick's life was documented by his father, Rodney Drake, who kept a detailed diary, as he and his wife Molly struggled to understand their son's state of mind and how to help him. Passages from this poignant record are included. A short musical guide to each song's key and tuning to accompany the lyrics, together with an explanatory interpretation of Nick's guitar performance, the result of several years close study by singer-songwriter Chris Healey. A comprehensive guide to all of Nick's live performances. And a lengthy essay by noted music critic Pete Paphides, which includes interviews with Nick's musical collaborators and friends - his producer Joe Boyd, his recording engineer John Wood and his orchestrator, the late Robert Kirby - as well as descriptions of the recording procProduct Identifiers
PublisherJohn Murray Press
ISBN-139781444792591
eBay Product ID (ePID)209529211
Product Key Features
Book TitleRemembered for a While
AuthorCally Callomon, Gabrielle Drake, Nick Drake
FormatHardcover
LanguageEnglish
TopicMusic, Traditional Folk Music
Publication Year2014
GenreBiographies & True Stories
Number of Pages448 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height273mm
Item Width200mm
Item Weight1768g
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorNick Drake, Gabrielle Drake, Cally Callomon
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
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- 28 Oct, 2020
The best first Drake buy, though books by Patrick Humphries and Joe Boyd grabbed and kept my attention more. Buatifully printed.
Almost perfect. Probably the most enjoyable Drake book with a good mix of old, well known information and new family additions. Well worth the price I paid, but for those paying the cover price it's a bit on the high side in my opinion.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Aug, 2019
Essential addition to the shelf of anyone with more than a passing interest in Nick Drake
This is a lovely book and I’d recommend it to anyone who has loved the albums. I’ve lived with them since the mid eighties but chanced upon this book after visiting Nick’s grave on a whim. I’ve not read it all and think it’s the sort of book you can dip in and out of but I think it’s lovelyVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Jan, 2025
A must for all true fans
Brilliant book, packed full of the most amazing detail. Clearly lovingly compiled. A must for all true fans.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 24 Feb, 2021
brilliant,book,good design ,fantastic content
brilliant,book,good design ,fantastic contentVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Sep, 2021
Depth and passion
Fascinating book about an underrated artistVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 08 Nov, 2024
Recommended for Nick Drake fans!
Compelling content and beautifully presented.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 13 Jun, 2024
Amazing item for a really reasonable price - was incredibly happy with it!!
Amazing item for a really reasonable price - was incredibly happy with it!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
