Strange Things Are Happening
Strange Things Are Happening by Richard Norris, published by Orion Publishing Group, Limited on March 21, 2024, is a 304-page exploration of a life immersed in music and counterculture. The narrative begins with a vivid metaphor of a rainbow, symbolizing the endless possibilities that define Norris’s experiences. It chronicles his involvement in various cultural movements, from punk and the DIY scene to Acid House and the evolution of electronic dance music.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of personal memoirs and reflections on collaboration and community throughout the book. Norris shares anecdotes from his encounters with notable figures in music and culture, illustrating his relentless curiosity and innovative spirit. The work delves into themes of exploration and discovery, providing insights into the vibrant history of genres and styles that have shaped popular culture. This edition offers a unique perspective on the intersections of biography, music, and social science, making it a significant addition to the discourse on personal and cultural narratives.
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‘The rainbow reaches right across the sky, for miles and miles, and has landed right in the middle of our field. My mother, Alison, is standing at the beginning. I’m sure it’s a beginning, rather than the end, as there’s no pot of gold in sight. The point where everything forms or, perhaps, is not quite formed as yet. That’s my favourite place. A place alive with possibility.’
Strange Things Are Happening begins with the wonder of that rainbow, and continues with many escapades down the rabbit hole. From punk and the beginnings of the DIY scene, through Acid House, psychedelia, the rise of electronic dance music and much more, Richard Norris has been involved in countless countercultural revolutions. From misadventures in Amsterdam with Timothy Leary, with Sun Ra at customs, and Shaun Ryder in Joe Strummer’s beaten-up Cadillac in Tijuana, to his extraordinarily influential output in The Grid and Beyond The Wizards Sleeve, Richard Norris’ story is one of collaboration and community, fuelled by relentless psychedelic curiosity.
Strange Things Are Happening is a record of a life lived in the moment, forever in thrall to discovery, exploration and innovation – the search for what lies at the other end of that rainbow.
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