All the Young Dudes: Mott the Hoople and Ian Hunter : The Official Biography (Paperback)

~ Campbell Devine (Author)

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Product Description

This, the official biography of Mott The Hoople, traces their formation and their inevitable rise to international stardom. Author Campbell Devine has successfully collaborated with Ian Hunter and members of "Mott" to create a biography devoid of borrowed information and recycled press clippings but instead new, sensational and humorous inside stories, controversial quotes, and an array of previously unpublished views from the band. With firsthand input from members Hunter, Griffin, Watts, Allen, and Ralphs, this book gives the complete insight into the legend of Mott The Hoople. Queen, The Clash, Kiss, Def Leppard, Primal Scream, and Oasis have all cited Mott The Hoople as a major influence.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: Cherry Red Books (July 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1901447057
• ISBN-13: 978-1901447057
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,632,159 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic, February 20, 2007

By	Brian Cottrill (Lost Creek, WV USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Whether you are a Mott/Ian Hunter fan or not, you can enjoy this book. Although the early background/biography sections aren't as interesting as the career of Mott The Hoople, this book is very entertaining. It shows the inner workings of a legendary band, and in the process, the inner workings of the music industry. This book is easy to read and a must for Ian Hunter/Mott fans. These guys had a lot of funny things happen to them as they became unlikely pop stars.

This is one of the best books I have ever read.

5.0 out of 5 stars Official biographical history of Mott the Hoople and Ian Hunter, February 2, 2008

By	Fortizymo (Salinas, CA) - See all my reviews

All The Young Dudes is a fantastic read. The author had access to the founding members of Mott and uses this inside information to paint a thorough picture of how things were; how the members thought about various times of their careers; the ups and downs; David Bowie, etc. For instance, I didn't know that Ian Hunter was the bassist for the New Yardbirds. Or that he played with Ritchie Blackmore once. But I don't want to ruin all the surprises. Suffice to say, it is a fantastic book. Complete in every way. You couldn't ask for a better or more thorough biography. There are lots of rare pics and a complete discography too. I loved this book!!