Kate Bush: Under the Ivy Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

Kate Bush: Under the Ivy Book

In this new, updated edition of the Graeme Thomson's critically acclaimed biography, a near-exhaustive survey of Kate Bush's life surveys everything from her upbringing in South London to her stunning return to live performance in August 2014.The original edition of Under The Ivy was called one of the best music biographies ever, and this new and updated edition adds in a wealth of new research to make it include the complete scope of Bush's oeuvre. With over 70 new interviews, an in-depth analysis of her triumphant return to the stage after 35 years, and three sections of fantastic photographs, this is the most complete Kate Bush biography on the market, and is a must for any fan.Detailing everything from her upbringing to her early exposition of talent, to her subsequent evolution into one of the most stunningly creative and fascinating visual and musical artists alive today, Under The Ivy truly is the story of one woman's life. This is in no way a superficial rumour-mill, however, as Thomson writes with great detail, accuracy and above all admiration for her work, this is in equal parts a biography and an analysis of Kate Bush's art. Focusing on her unique working methods, her studio techniques, her timeless albums and inescapable influence, Under The Ivy is a true exploration of one of the world's most underappreciated yet gifted artists. Eminently readable, this book will be an eye-opening journey of discovery for somebody unfamiliar with Bush, but will also reward a long-term fan with new insights and fresh analysis.Read More

from£13.35 | RRP: £16.95
* Excludes Voucher Code Discount Also available Used from £15.46
  • TheBookPeople

    This latest edition of Under The Ivy is fully updated to include analysis of Bush's stunning return to live performance in August 2014. Her run of London concerts was the most unexpected and eagerly awaited pop event of the 21st Century. An acclaimed study of one of the world's most enigmatic artists, Under The Ivy combines a wealth of new research with rigorous critical scrutiny. Featuring over 70 new interviews with those who have viewed from close quarters both the public artist and the private woman, this compelling biography offers numerous fresh perspectives on a unique and elusive talent. Under The Ivy examines Bush's unconventional upbringing in south London, the youthful blossoming of her talent and her evolution into one of the most visually and sonically creative artists of the past 35 years. It focuses on her unique working methods and pioneering use of the studio on landmark albums such as The Dreaming and Hounds Of Love, her core influences and key relationships, her profound influence on successive generations of musicians, and her most recent releases: Director's Cut, on which Bush reworked 11 songs from her back catalogue, and 50 Words For Snow, her first album of new material for six years.

  • BookDepository

    Kate Bush: Under the Ivy : Paperback : Omnibus Press : 9781783056996 : 1783056991 : 23 Jun 2022 : This latest edition of Under The Ivy is fully updated to include analysis of Bush's stunning return to live performance in August 2014. Her run of London concerts was the most unexpected and eagerly awaited pop event of the 21st Century.

  • 1783056991
  • 9781783056996
  • Graeme Thomson
  • 9 February 2015
  • Omnibus Press
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 432
  • Updated
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through any of the links below and make a purchase we may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Click here to learn more.

Would you like your name to appear with the review?

We will post your book review within a day or so as long as it meets our guidelines and terms and conditions. All reviews submitted become the licensed property of www.find-book.co.uk as written in our terms and conditions. None of your personal details will be passed on to any other third party.

All form fields are required.