{"title":"Thurston Moore","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Thurston Moore collection, where you can explore the fascinating world of this iconic musician and author. Known primarily as the frontman of the influential band Sonic Youth, Thurston Moore has left an indelible mark on the arts and culture landscape. His contributions transcend music, enveloping a rich tapestry of artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, you'll find his acclaimed book, \u003cem\u003eSonic Life\u003c\/em\u003e. This captivating title delves into Moore's personal and professional journey, offering insights into the world of alternative rock and his own creative evolution. Moore brilliantly articulates the cultural shifts and musical inspirations that have shaped his career, making it a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary music and the art of storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time fan of Sonic Youth or new to Thurston Moore's multifaceted work, our collection offers a thoughtful glimpse into his artistic contributions. Perfect for enthusiasts of \u003cstrong\u003earts and culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, these books are sure to enrich your understanding and appreciation of Moore's influential role in the music world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sonic-life-by-thurston-moore-9780571373970","title":"Sonic Life","description":"The Sonic Youth frontman takes us from a 1960s childhood rock 'n' roll epiphany, through the subversive world of 1970s punk blasting forth from New York City, to traversing the globe with a band who changed the sound of modern alternative rock music and opened the minds of a generation of artists.","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46552129929452,"sku":"9780571373970","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11415813482391.jpg?v=1750018314"},{"product_id":"sonic-life-by-thurston-moore-9780571373956","title":"Sonic Life","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA music-obsessed retrospective, beginning with his childhood epiphany of rock 'n' roll in the early 1960s, leads into an infatuation with the subversive world of 1970s punk and no wave blasting forth from New York City—where he eventually runs off to join a band in 1978.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1981, Moore would form the legendary and notorious experimental rock group Sonic Youth, who proceeded to record and tour relentlessly for almost 30 years, always progressing, always exploring. Along the way, we meet a constellation of artists and musicians who colluded and collided with Sonic Youth, including Velvet Underground, Stooges, Patti Smith, Television, Sex Pistols, Clash, Nirvana, Hole, Beastie Boys, Neil Young, and a cavalcade of other musical visionaries, as well as figures from the art world—Jean Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, and Gerhard Richter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSimply put, Thurston Moore and Sonic Youth changed the sound of modern alternative rock music and opened the minds of a generation of artists to new possibilities within the form. \u003cem\u003eSonic Life\u003c\/em\u003e is essential reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46552131469548,"sku":"9780571373956","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11415673482391.jpg?v=1750018314"},{"product_id":"sonic-life-by-thurston-moore-9780571373949","title":"Sonic Life","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA music-obsessed retrospective, beginning with his childhood epiphany of rock 'n' roll in the early 1960s into an infatuation with the subversive world of 1970s punk and no wave blasting forth from New York City – where he eventually runs off to join a band in 1978.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1981 Moore would form the legendary and notorious experimental rock group Sonic Youth, who proceeded to record and tour relentlessly for almost 30 years, always progressing, always exploring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, we meet a constellation of artists and musicians who colluded and collided with Sonic Youth including Velvet Underground, Stooges, Patti Smith, Television, Sex Pistols, Clash, Nirvana, Hole, Beastie Boys, Neil Young and a cavalcade of other musical visionaries, as well as figures from the art world – Jean Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring and Gerhard Richter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSimply put, Thurston Moore and Sonic Youth changed the sound of modern alternative rock music and opened the minds of a generation of artists to new possibilities within the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is essential reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46552150737132,"sku":"9780571373949","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11415603482391.jpg?v=1750018501"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/thurston-moore.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}