{"title":"John Lingan","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of John Lingan, an acclaimed author renowned for his insightful contributions to the realms of biography and memoir. Lingan has a knack for weaving compelling narratives that delve deeply into the lives of his subjects, drawing readers into their personal and professional journeys with an expert touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this category is \u003cem\u003eA Song For Everyone\u003c\/em\u003e. This book beautifully charts the life and legacy of John Fogerty, the genius behind Creedence Clearwater Revival. Lingan's meticulous research and engaging storytelling reveal the triumphs and tribulations of an iconic artist, making it a must-read for music enthusiasts and biography lovers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore John Lingan's works to discover thoughtfully constructed narratives that offer not just story, but also a profound understanding of the human experience. His writing is not only informative but also deeply engaging, perfect for those who appreciate true stories told with both accuracy and emotion.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-song-for-everyone-by-john-lingan-9780306846717","title":"A Song For Everyone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 1969 to 1971, as the United States convulsed with political upheaval and transformative social movements, no band was bigger than Creedence Clearwater Revival. They managed a two-year barrage of top-10 singles and LPs that doubled as an ubiquitous soundtrack to one of the most volatile periods in modern American history, and they remain a staple of classic rock radio and films about the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYet despite their enduring popularity, no book has ever sought to understand Creedence in conversation with their time. \u003cem\u003eA Song for Everyone\u003c\/em\u003e finally tells that story: the thirteen-year saga of an unassuming suburban quartet's journey through the wilds of 1960s pop, and their slow accrual of a sound and ethos that were almost mystically aligned with the concerns of the decade's end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarting in middle school, these Californian friends and brothers cut a working-class path through the most expansive decade in American music, playing R\u0026amp;B, country, and rock 'n' roll under a variety of names as each of those genres expanded and evolved. When they finally synthesized those styles under a new name in 1968, Creedence Clearwater Revival became instantly epochal, then fell apart under the weight of personal grievances that dated back to adolescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs musicians and as men, they embodied the contradictions and difficulties of their time, and those dimensions of their career have never been explored until now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on wide-ranging research into the social and musical developments of 1959-1972, extensive original interviews with surviving Creedence members and associates, and unpublished memoirs from people who knew the group closely, \u003cem\u003eA Song for Everyone\u003c\/em\u003e is the definitive account of a legendary and still-beloved American band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the same time, it is also a cultural history of those same years—from Elvis to Altamont, Eisenhower to Watergate—seen through the eyes of four men who encapsulated them in song for all time, told by one of the rising figures in contemporary music writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46798506787052,"sku":"9780306846717","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6207543482297.jpg?v=1757203016"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/john-lingan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}