The Times Lives Behind the Music Era-defining obituaries of rock and pop music icons

by Farndale, Nigel; Books, Times

• ISBN13: 9780008752958
• ISBN10: 0008752958
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2026-02-10
• Publisher: Times Books UK

Summary

From the rock’ n’ roll pioneers of the 1950s to the pop superstars of the 21st century – as well as lesser-known, boundary-pushing innovators with undeniable influence, this collection features music greats such as: Chuck Berry, founding father of rock’ n’ roll who lit the flame of teenage rebellion in 1950s America and was himself never far from trouble Christine McVie, reserved, intelligent singer and songwriter for Fleetwood Mac, whose album Rumours was one of the biggest-selling of all time Jimi Hendrix, American singer and songwriter who expanded the range and vocabulary of the electric guitar into areas no musician had ever ventured before Amy Winehouse, singer and songwriter with an astonishing voice and talent, her career was tarnished by drugs, alcohol and scandal Era-defining obituaries are illustrated with behind-the-scenes photos from The Times archive, revealing the lives behind the music that have left an indelible mark on our cultural landscape. Authoritative, insightful and endlessly engaging, this collection of music biographies is a must-read for music fans and anyone with an interest in fascinating life stories.

Author Biography

Nigel Farndale is a published author and journalist and has worked on several broadsheet newspapers. He is Obituaries Editor at The Times.