{"title":"James Young","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by the distinguished author, James Young. He is renowned for his insightful and captivating biographical and memoir writings that offer readers a window into extraordinary lives and musical journeys. This collection includes titles such as \u003cem\u003eNico\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSongs They Never Play on the Radio\u003c\/em\u003e, which vividly illustrate Young's engaging storytelling and ability to transport readers into the heart of each narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNico\u003c\/em\u003e delves into the intriguing life of the enigmatic German singer and model, known for her iconic association with the Velvet Underground and Andy Warhol. Through Young’s lens, readers gain a poignant and humanising glimpse into Nico’s complex personality and tumultuous career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eSongs They Never Play on the Radio\u003c\/em\u003e, Young turns his focus to the intricate and often unglamorous world of the music industry. The memoir chronicles his experiences on tour with Nico, offering both candid reflections and humorous anecdotes that reveal the challenges and triumphs encountered along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJames Young's works are not only informative but also rich in detail and character. His ability to weave personal experiences with broader cultural narratives makes these books essential for anyone interested in biography and memoir genres, particularly those with a passion for music history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore James Young’s writings today to embark on a literary journey through the lives and stories behind some of music's most compelling figures.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nico-songs-they-never-play-on-the-radio-by-james-young-9781526640796","title":"Nico, Songs They Never Play on the Radio","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e_______________\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A coolly literary masterpiece' \u003c\/b\u003e - Greil Marcus, \u003ci\u003eEsquire\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Sad, funny, brilliant' \u003c\/b\u003e - \u003ci\u003eThe Daily Telegraph\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'In classic fish-out-of-water fashion Young writes with wry amusement alongside a fair bit of affection for his icy boss' \u003c\/b\u003e - \u003ci\u003eThe Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e_______________\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFully updated with a new introduction, this is the story of Nico, former model, film actress, singer with the Velvet Underground and darling of Andy Warhol's factory, when the world had all but forgotten her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1982, Nico was living in Manchester, interested mainly in feeding her heroin habit. Local promoter Alan Wise (‘Dr Demetrius’) hired musicians, rented a van and set off with the band on a tour of Italy. James Young played keyboards for Nico throughout this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver six years, until her death in 1988, Nico toured the world, encountering poets, artists, gangsters, losers and drifters. Fellow-spirits including John Cale, Allen Ginsberg, Gregory Corso and John Cooper Clarke are among those who appear in this classic memoir of Nico ‘the last bohemian’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e_______________\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Stunning ... Nico is so HERE in this wonderful narrative; I recognized her right away. James Young was the keyboard player in Nico's very insane bande à part on the last tours of her life and is a spectacular writer; let him be your perfect witness from the nomadic court of the once and future goddess of the musical underground' \u003c\/b\u003e - Danny Fields, friend of Nico, and manager of \u003ci\u003eThe Ramones, Iggy Pop\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Stooges\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855814578412,"sku":"9781526640796","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14915473482731.jpg?v=1759279209"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/james-young.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}