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Lived Through That

'90s Musicians Today
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Lived Through That by Mike Hipple is a captivating exploration of the lives and experiences of musicians from the 1990s. It delves into how these artists navigated their careers post-grunge era, highlighting their personal stories, struggles, and triumphs. The book is rich with anecdotes and photographs, giving a nostalgic yet fresh perspective on the cultural impact of the music from that time.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the influential figures of the music industry from past decades. Mike Hipple explores unique stories and keeps the spirit of the artists alive, combining vivid photography with captivating narratives to offer an engaging journey through musical history.

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A where-are-they-now look at the artists who defined the music of the '90s, from underground indie musicians to alternative rock stars, featuring intimate photographic portraits and in-depth interviews throughout.

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The 90s live on in this edgy offstage glimpse of the indie musical artists that shaped a decade.

The music of the 1990s shaped more than one generation. It was the music Generation X came of age listening to and the songs millennials cut their teeth on. In Lived Through That, professional photographer and music enthusiast Mike Hipple shares intimate and unique photographic portraits of dozens of the greatest artists from the '90s.

Accompanied by in-depth interviews throughout, this behind-the-scenes image-driven collection reveals details of each musician's time in the limelight as well as where life has taken them. Their words and images are open, honest, inspiring, and personal, offering profound and humorous memories and gems of wisdom that will resonate with fans and music lovers alike.

From Nirvana's Krist Novoselic to indie icon Tanya Donelly to Arrested Development's Speech, the portraits and stories featured in Lived Through That cover a wide range of rock, rap, and alternative stars. Whether they were chart-toppers or underground sensations, the artists in Hipple's epic collection tell the story and reawaken the songs of a pivotal era.

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Lived Through That by Mike Hipple receives praise for its intimate photographic storytelling and engaging interviews with '90s alternative musicians. Reviewers describe it as a nostalgic and beautiful tribute to an often-overlooked music era, capturing both the humanity and enduring appeal of its subjects. The book is seen as a nostalgic journey, with vivid artist portraits and insightful reflections, creating a compelling reminder of the decade's vibrant music scene.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781736357934

Publisher: Girl Friday Productions

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 December 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Girl Friday Productions

Illustration: photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 228.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Mike Hipple is a photographer with more than twenty years of freelance experience for publications such as Fast Company, Sunset, Bicycling, and National Geographic, as well as for corporate clients such as Microsoft, Seattle's Best Coffee, among others. His first book, 80s Redux (Schiffer Publishing), which focused on music from that decade, was released in 2018. His work has been shown in many galleries around the Northwest and beyond. He is based in Seattle, WA.

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