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Walls Come Tumbling Down - by Daniel Rachel (Paperback)

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  • An oral history of Rock Against Racism, 2 Tone, and Red Wedge, consisting of interviews with over a hundred and fifty contributors, from the acclaimed writer of Isle of Noises.
  • About the Author: Daniel Rachel was the lead-singer in Rachels Basement, which he formed in his early twenties.
  • 256 Pages
  • Music, History & Criticism

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An oral history of Rock Against Racism, 2 Tone, and Red Wedge, consisting of interviews with over a hundred and fifty contributors, from the acclaimed writer of Isle of Noises.



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"[A] fascinating oral history . . . [and] an especially insightful read for Americans who aren't as familiar with the deep connections between British musicians and British politics." --Goldmine

"A triumphant oral history . . . a tale of resistance: first, against a surge of racism and bigotry that an inspired group of activists and musicians played a key role in rolling back; and then against a government, as the same spirit of defiance quickly resurfaced in opposition to the social revolutions of Thatcherism . . . a vivid portrait." --Guardian

"It's a testament both to the topic and to Daniel Rachel's organisation of the material that even at 640 pages Walls Come Tumbling Down feels like the opening volume of a much longer history. This majestic work at once confirms and opens up a familiar but often forgotten series of moments in the relationship between music and politics in the UK . . . as always, the delight is in the details, and, finally, the glory of something so amateurish yet passion-driven coming together to change hearts and minds." --Wire

"This incredible oral history tells the movement's story plus the rise of 2 Tone and Red Wedge, through a phenomenal range of voices--Billy Bragg, Jerry Dammers, Rhoda Dakar, Pauline Black et all all provide great insight." --Mojo



About the Author



Daniel Rachel was the lead-singer in Rachels Basement, which he formed in his early twenties. In 2001, he released his debut solo album, A Simple Twist of Folk, on Dust Records, followed in 2006 by A Taste of Money. His first book was The Art of Noise: Conversations with Great Songwriters.
Dimensions (Overall): 7.7 Inches (H) x 5.1 Inches (W) x 1.5 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.7 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: History & Criticism
Genre: Music
Number of Pages: 256
Publisher: Picador USA
Format: Paperback
Author: Daniel Rachel
Language: English
Street Date: May 18, 2017
TCIN: 93681291
UPC: 9781447272694
Item Number (DPCI): 247-16-1127
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.5 inches length x 5.1 inches width x 7.7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.7 pounds
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