This is the new leading biography of guitarist, songwriter, arranger,
producer and musician Mick Ronson. Most famous for his critical
contribution to David Bowie's spectacular live band, the Hull-based
Spiders from Mars, and studio albums including Hunky Dory, Ziggy
Stardust and Aladdin Sane. Mick also helped produce Lou Reed's
Transformer, released five solo studio albums, performing in bands
with Ian Hunter, Van Morrison and Bob Dylan as well as working with many
other musicians.
'I am very proud of my father's career achievements and the quality of
the music he created both as a guitarist and as a producer. I'm sure
I've passed on the 'Ronson' musical gene to my daughter who plays piano
beautifully. Who knows maybe one day the musical legacy will
continue.' - Nick Ronson
This is an authentic story of a boy from a council estate from Hull who
achieved international rock god status. Set in a time of seismic social
change, with colliding cultures of personal and community identity,
image and fashion, gender roles and sexual freedom. This book explores
Mick Ronson's life and career with his friends, fans and fellow
musicians. This book is based on the successful show Turn and Face the
Strange. With unique material and exclusive interviews with fellow
musicians, friends and family and those who knew him.
