The Scream: The Music, Myths, and Misbehavior of Primal Scream (Paperback)

~ Kris Needs (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"his 185-page book is likely to be one of the most eagerly awaited of the year." -- Music Week Magazine, November 2003 (UK)

"the band’s rock'n'roll lifestyle is laid bare – along with their excesses..., political beliefs and unremitting love of music." -- BBC LDN

Product Description

Primal Scream has carved a unique niche for itself through its continued pursuit of the ultimate rock 'n' roll lifestyle. Voraciously devouring and regurgitating some of the best music ever made via a string of unpredictable, often groundbreaking albums, the band has maintained a gang-style approach of confrontational activity. This book lays bare their antics as well as their musical influences, explaining the band's roots via exclusive interviews and detailed analysis of their albums. Dozens of photographs are also included in this revelatory biography of the baddest boys in rock.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Plexus Publishing (January 8, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0859653382
• ISBN-13: 978-0859653381
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,095,105 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Bobby Gillespie is God, July 28, 2004

By	Kevin Killian (San Francisco, CA United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

With Primal Scream you're in a different realm than most other UK rock bands. The pictures do tell the tale, the photos collected by Kris Needs in this book YOU Needs to Own. Bobby G was nearly 30 when the band really started to go places, and he had a maturity even then that saw them in good stead even in the days of SONIC FLOWER GROOVE.

The graininess of some of the photos is appropriate for a band that didn't care about the dominant style but made their own style, even luring Kate Moss into the madness, as she played Nancy Sinatra in a remake of the old Hazelwood classic SOME VELVET MORNING (when I'm straight, ha).

All in all, it's a book you may want to ownif you feel about Bobby Gillespie & Co. the way I do. My copy's all tattered to pieces from constant rubbing. Scream the Scream!

5.0 out of 5 stars PRIMAL SCREAM FANS: HERE'S YER BOOK!, June 10, 2004

By	Coleen "frankie-machine" (Down in the alley) - See all my reviews

Primal Scream are one of the greatest bands in the world today. Few people know this. But the few fans of Primal Scream will LOVE this book! Many many photos of the band. A nice thick book with lots of small (not overly large) print - you get your money's worth for sure!!! No color pics, but the pics included are a nice selection, including lots of magazine covers and lots of cool shots of Bobby G. Right up-to-date with mention of DIRTY HITS and full discography. Analysis of each album included amongst many fascinating stories about band. If you haven't heard Primal Scream, don't start here - start with the CD, DIRTY HITS. You will NOT regret it!!!!