Bee Gees: Children of the World
A Times Book of the Year
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bonnier Books Ltd
Published:6th Jun '24
Should be back in stock very soon
This biography explores the extraordinary journey of the Bee Gees, highlighting their impact on music and culture across decades.
In Bee Gees: Children of the World, renowned pop scholar Bob Stanley takes readers on a captivating journey through the lives and careers of one of the best-selling bands in music history. This biography delves deep into the complexities of the Bee Gees, a band often celebrated yet frequently misunderstood. Stanley expertly weaves together various narratives, highlighting the band's evolution from their early days to their monumental successes in the disco era. Readers will discover how the Bee Gees managed to remain relevant across decades, scoring top-ten hits in the '60s, '70s, '80s, and '90s.
The book not only chronicles the band's chart-topping hits like 'Stayin' Alive' and 'More Than a Woman,' but it also sheds light on the struggles they faced throughout their career. From a tumultuous split in 1969 to the challenges of maintaining their artistic integrity amidst commercial pressures, the narrative captures the resilience of the Gibb brothers. Stanley's lyrical prose brings forth the emotional highs and lows, illustrating how the Bee Gees' music resonated with audiences even during their darkest moments.
Bee Gees: Children of the World is more than just a biography; it's a heartfelt tribute to the human stories behind the music. With insight and depth, Bob Stanley paints a vivid picture of the band's legacy, exploring the impact of their songs on both popular culture and individual lives. This book is a must-read for fans and newcomers alike, offering a comprehensive look at the enduring influence of the Bee Gees on the world of music.
'Stanley's attention to detail and lyrical style never lets up. 5/5.' -- Record Collector
'Told with the delicious lyricism and candour we've come to expect from Stanley, the band's extraordinary story is recounted In meticulous detail 5/5.' -- Classic Pop
'Stanley is a wonderful guide...showing us gems of their vast catalogue with enthusiasm, insight and wit. 4/5' -- The Telegraph
'A detailed, erudite biography. 4/5.' -- Mojo
'A loving vindication of the band... alert to the comedy of pop star existence but also tells a deeply melancholy tale.' -- Sunday Times
'Stanley's description of sound is a constant pleasure. Here's a summer project for pop fans: read this book, then listen to the music.' -- The Observer
'Peerless pop historian...Stanley's celebration of this most singular of acts is a plea for belated respect. The Bee Gees were misfits, certainly, and didn't always endear themselves to everyone. But, he stresses, the music spoke for itself. It still does.' -- I-paper
'A critical and soulful makeover by one of pop music's most thoughtful authors Bob Stanley.' -- Louder Than War
'Bob Stanley argues persuasively that the Gibb brothers remain underrated and establishes them as an experimental group with an unnatural knack for commercial reinvention - 8/10.' -- Uncut
'The definitive Bee Gees book. A triumph.' -- We Are Cult
ISBN: 9781788705448
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 24mm
Weight: 277g
392 pages