Billy Bragg Still Suitable for Miners
“Billy Bragg Still Suitable for Miners” by Andrew Collins, published by National Geographic Books on September 25, 2018, is a comprehensive exploration of the life and career of the influential folk singer and activist Billy Bragg. Spanning 400 pages, this edition delves into Bragg’s journey from his punk roots to his role as a passionate advocate for political and humanitarian causes, reflecting the cultural and political landscape of his generation.
Readers will find an in-depth narrative that traces Bragg’s evolution, highlighting significant events such as his engagement with the Labour Party, the impact of Thatcherism, and his responses to contemporary issues like Brexit. The book also discusses his musical influences, including skiffle and Americana, while providing insights into his personal life and the values that have shaped his work. This biography offers a detailed account of Bragg’s contributions to music and activism, making it a notable addition to the genres of biography and music.
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‘Love me or hate me. It’s a great read’ – Billy Bragg
He was a punk. He was a soldier. He was a flag-waver for the Labour Party and the miners. He is Billy Bragg, passionate protest folk singer and tireless promoter of political and humanitarian causes around the world.
His life encapsulates so much about his generation: born in the late ’50s, passions forged by punk, politics shaped by Thatcherism, career inspired by engagement, hope provided by the end of the Cold War and ideology galvanised by what he sees as a ‘post-ideological’ twenty-first century. He adapts to survive: serious about compassion and accountability, he likes a laugh too, and has never forgotten where he comes from.
Still Suitable for Miners is the official Billy Bragg story, tracing his life, family and career at close range from Barking to the present day. This 20th anniversary edition has been updated to include the rise of Corbyn, the unfolding of Brexit, Billy’s reclamation of skiffle and his overtures into Americana.
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