{"title":"Danny Goldberg","description":"\u003cp\u003eDanny Goldberg is a captivating author whose works explore the realms of politics, culture, and music with a uniquely insightful perspective. With titles like \u003cem\u003eLiberals with Attitude\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eServing The Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain\u003c\/em\u003e, Goldberg's bibliography offers readers a deep dive into contemporary issues and iconic figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eLiberals with Attitude\u003c\/em\u003e, Goldberg combines his wit and experience to scrutinise political landscapes, offering thoughtful commentary on current affairs. This book is perfect for readers interested in gaining a nuanced understanding of political movements and ideologies in a rapidly changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who are fascinated by the intersection of music and biography, \u003cem\u003eServing The Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain\u003c\/em\u003e is a must-read. As a former manager of Nirvana, Goldberg shares an intimate portrayal of the life and legacy of legendary musician Kurt Cobain. This memoir not only enriches the reader's appreciation for Cobain’s artistry but also sheds light on the pressures of fame and the intricacies of the music industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGoldberg’s works are essential for anyone eager to explore the fascinating convergence of politics, current affairs, and cultural history through engaging narratives and expert analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"serving-the-servant-remembering-kurt-cobain","title":"Serving The Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn early 1991, top music manager Danny Goldberg agreed to take on Nirvana, a critically acclaimed new band from the underground music scene in Seattle. Unbeknownst to Goldberg, the band's enigmatic leader, Kurt Cobain, was destined to become a pop-culture icon, with a legacy transcending music and impacting generations much like John Lennon, Michael Jackson, or Elvis Presley. Working with Nirvana from 1990 to 1994, Goldberg witnessed the meteoric rise of the band, epitomised by the runaway success of their groundbreaking album, \u003ci\u003eNevermind\u003c\/i\u003e, which catapulted Nirvana to the pinnacle of the rock world and brought punk and grunge into mainstream consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis pivotal period also saw Kurt Cobain's life undergo significant personal changes. He met and married the talented but mercurial Courtney Love, their highly publicised relationship making them one of the most scrutinised couples in the music industry. The couple welcomed their daughter, Frances Bean, amidst Cobain's public struggles with addiction, culminating in his untimely death by suicide, a tragic event that sent shockwaves through the music world and forever altered rock history. Throughout it all, Danny Goldberg remained a constant presence, both as Cobain's manager and as a close friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eServing The Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain\u003c\/i\u003e draws upon Goldberg's recollections, previously unreleased files, and candid interviews with Kurt Cobain's close family, friends, and former bandmates to shine a new light on these transformative years. Rather than focusing solely on the well-documented angst and depression that plagued Cobain, this book delves into his exceptional talent, compassion, ambition, and the enduring legacy he left behind—one that continues to resonate even with those born long after his death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy exploring Cobain's multifaceted persona and the profound impact he had on music and culture, \u003ci\u003eServing The Servant\u003c\/i\u003e offers an intimate and nuanced portrait that sets it apart from any previous accounts. Goldberg's narrative is not just an homage to Cobain's genius but also an examination of the qualities that made him an enduring symbol of artistic integrity and authenticity. This book is a vital read for anyone looking to understand why Kurt Cobain remains a powerful influence and how his spirit continues to inspire generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45713098604780,"sku":"9781409182801","price":22.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781409182801.jpg?v=1725993335"},{"product_id":"liberals-with-attitude-by-danny-goldberg-9781636142593","title":"Liberals with Attitude","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIBERALS WITH ATTITUDE DOCUMENTS THE SIXTEEN MONTHS IN 1991-92\u003c\/strong\u003e between the brutal beating of Rodney King by four police officers that was captured on a home video camera and the resignation of LAPD chief Daryl Gates. Gates was reviled by the local Black and civil liberties communities because of the pattern of racism and brutality in the department, and he was uniquely powerful because of the structure of the Los Angeles City Charter and the secret files he kept on local politicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe effort to get Gates to step down after thirteen years as chief and to amend the City Charter to prevent another unaccountable chief from amassing that much power was led by Los Angeles mayor Tom Bradley, a former LAPD officer and the first Black mayor of the city. To overcome Gates's entrenched power, Bradley assembled a team that included future US secretary of state Warren Christopher, the local ACLU, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, and activists who saw the struggle against Gates as an important chapter in the civil rights movement. Much of the local media, especially the \u003cem\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/em\u003e, was supportive of Bradley's agenda, as was the burgeoning \"gangsta rap\" culture of LA, much of which emerged in reaction to the LAPD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Danny Goldberg was the chair of the ACLU Foundation of Southern California during those years and was personally acquainted with the leaders of the fight against Gates. He interviewed several dozen people who are still alive and got access to thousands of pages of documents among the papers of Stanley Sheinbaum, who was married to the heiress of the Warner Bros. film fortune. Sheinbaum was chosen by Mayor Bradley to be the president of the Los Angeles Police Commission, with the specific mission of getting Gates out of office. Goldberg's insider saga demonstrates that cooperation between the political left and centre is required to overcome white grievance and unaccountable power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46871410573548,"sku":"9781636142593","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14587633482770.jpg?v=1759879082"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/danny-goldberg.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}