- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Plexus Publishing Ltd (1 Jun 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0859653951
- ISBN-13: 978-0859653954
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 15.6 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 387,489 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"The Rhymes of Goodbye" is a track by track commentary in the tradition of "Revolution In The Head", that encompasses Scott Walker's entire career from the first "Walker Brothers" single up to his much anticipated 2006 album, "The Drift". Featuring an informed guide to Walker's exceptional and esoteric lyricism and providing an insightful analysis that will delight his legions of fans, lifelong fan, Lewis Williams presents a wealth of engaging information about an artist who has been described as the most enigmatic singer of modern times. Divided into five sections that correspond to the distinct phases of Walker's recording career, this book covers the Walker Brothers' glory years - when Scott, John and Gary Walker enjoyed the same level of popularity as The Beatles, Scott's return to the public eye as a solo artist during 1967-70, his 'lost albums' of the early 1970s, the Walker Brothers reunion and the success of 'No Regrets', and his eighties forays into experimentalism and soundtracks. Additionally, obscurities such as rare live tracks by the Walker Brothers and recordings from the Scott Walker BBC TV show are explored in an insightful and fascinating manner.
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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Through his painstaking critical analysis of Scott Walker's eclectic recording career, Lewis Williams has succeeded in peeling back the many complex layers of his subject's personality to reveal fresh perspectives on this most unique of artists.
The sheer breadth and diversity of Walker's four decades on vinyl is engagingly explored to create a catalogue of songs that is far more than a recountment of dates and facts. By exploring the varying themes and modes of lyrical expression utilised by Scott Walker, Lewis Williams presents a series of snapshots of the artist as a man, viewed through the multi-faceted prism of his work. Despite his obvious admiration for his subject, the author repeatedly brings trenchant objectivity to bear in a series of analyses that are as enjoyable as they are insightful.
'The Rhymes of Goodbye' is a fitting tribute to a unique artist.
The sheer breadth and diversity of Walker's four decades on vinyl is engagingly explored to create a catalogue of songs that is far more than a recountment of dates and facts. By exploring the varying themes and modes of lyrical expression utilised by Scott Walker, Lewis Williams presents a series of snapshots of the artist as a man, viewed through the multi-faceted prism of his work. Despite his obvious admiration for his subject, the author repeatedly brings trenchant objectivity to bear in a series of analyses that are as enjoyable as they are insightful.
'The Rhymes of Goodbye' is a fitting tribute to a unique artist.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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If you come to Lewis Williams book expecting a biographical compilation of Scott Walker's life you'll have to wait until someone, hopefully Scott himself, writes the definitive bio. Williams takes the reader through Walkers recorded history with a track by track commentary that does justice to his recorded legacy.
His writting is not as complex and in depth as I would have enjoyed but with very little available to Walker aficenados it's quite good.
While many lack having any knowledge of Walkers work, William's "Rhymes of Goodbye" is a great companion to accompany one as you listen to his vast body of artistic pefection.
Covers his work from the begining through "Drift"
His writting is not as complex and in depth as I would have enjoyed but with very little available to Walker aficenados it's quite good.
While many lack having any knowledge of Walkers work, William's "Rhymes of Goodbye" is a great companion to accompany one as you listen to his vast body of artistic pefection.
Covers his work from the begining through "Drift"
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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A brilliant compilation of Scott Walker / Walker Bros. recordings.
A lot of hard work must have gone into this so congratulations to Lewis Williams for his effort
A lot of hard work must have gone into this so congratulations to Lewis Williams for his effort
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Nice and informative companion to Walker's body of work
The book is written from a fan's perspective and concentrates on track-by-track comments on releases, inspirations, references and other background facts and information. Read more
Published on 8 Jan 2009 by F. Castenholz
Enjoyable read
Given that there is a surprisingly low number of Scott Walker-related books,this should be recommended to most Scott-fans. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2008 by Ted Maul
Just not enough insight
This promises a "Revolution in the Head" type of approach but that book provided a level of knowledge and insight that enabled you to listen to The Beatles with fresh ears. Read more
Published on 21 Sep 2006 by Simon Wells
Well-researched but far too subjective
Lewis Williams has done an impressive amount of research for his book. It`s a useful reference work, and has some rare and interesting pictures. Read more
Published on 19 July 2006 by Alison Weir
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