The Rise and Rise of Chappell Roan The Stories Behind the Songs, Tours, and Birth of an Icon

by St. Asaph, Katherine; Jahanzeb, Hamza

• ISBN13: 9798894142029
• ISBN10: 8894142027
• eBook ISBN(s): 9798894142111
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2025-09-16
• Publisher: Running Press Adult

Summary

Filled with lush photography and behind-the-scenes detail on Chappell Roan’s entire career from a small-town singer to queer icon and music superstar, this is the definitive look at an era-defining artist.
 
Uncover the untold full story behind the songs, looks, and noteworthy live performances by Chappell Roan in this definitive guide. Covering everything from her raw demos to her dazzling recent albums and featuring exclusive insight into her debut Midwest Princess tour, this book offers an in-depth exploration of Chappell Roan’s artistic evolution over the past ten years.
 
Complete with stunning images of her outfits, instruments, and mementos, the book delves into the origins, inspiration, and production of Chappell Roan’s iconic look and sound. For fans and music enthusiasts alike, this is a comprehensive and inspiring portrait of an artist who fearlessly pushes boundaries and continues to shape the future of pop music.

Author Biography

Katherine St. Asaph is a music journalist and cultural critic currently living in NYC. A contributor to Pitchfork since 2012, Katherine’s work blends sharp analytical depth with a distinct voice, offering readers fresh perspectives on both emerging and established artists. Her writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Guardian, Capital New York, MTV Hive, and The Village Voice, among other publications where she covers everything from the evolution of pop trends to underground music movements.

Hamza Jahanzeb is a queer journalist, producer, and book publishing professional. As an arts and culture journalist, Hamza is a leading voice in criticism, he reviews West End and Broadway, television, film, and contemporary music, with his work quoted in outlets such as The New York Times, PinkNews, and The Guardian. He also produces events, most recently for the British Library and Jaipur Literature Festival. A dedicated advocate for inclusivity, he works as an Authenticity reader in his spare time. He lives, in Kew, England.