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ROCKTOBER: Starting Over: The Making of John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Double Fantasy by Ken Sharp

October 19, 2010 By Mary

Product Description

The murder of John Lennon on December 8, 1980, sent shockwaves around the world. The most acclaimed singer/songwriter of his generation, first a Beatle and then a boundary-pushing solo artist, was senselessly silenced forever at age forty; immediately, his final musical statement, an intimate, pop-infused collection called Double Fantasy, released only weeks before his death, skyrocketed to #1 worldwide, as did its poignantly titled single, “(Just Like) Starting Over.” His first studio recording since 1975’s Rock ’n’ Roll—and his first musical endeavor of any kind since taking a much-needed hiatus to raise Sean, his son with Yoko Ono—Double Fantasy represents more than a comeback album to Lennon fans and music critics alike. It captures a cultural icon at the pinnacle of his creative success and personal fulfillment; thirty years later it remains a musical touchstone and an affecting reminder of what could have been.
Starting Over is an oral history of the making of Double Fantasy and the definitive account of John Lennon’s last days. From early demos to sessions at New York City’s The Hit Factory, from the electrifying chemistry of the studio band to keeping the project under wraps to the album’s release and critical reception, here is fascinating, insightful commentary from all of the key players involved in its extraordinary creation: Yoko Ono, David Geffen, producer Jack Douglas, engineers, arrangers, session musicians, music journalists, and even Lennon himself via archival interviews.
Featuring never-before-seen photos of John and Yoko in the studio, candid images taken by David M. Spindel and Roger Farrington, Starting Over is the essential portrait for anyone who hears both a beginning and ending in the tracks of Double Fantasy.

About the Author

A Los Angeles based singer/songwriter with three CDs to his credit (1301 Highland Avenue, Happy Accidents and Sonic Crayons), Ken Sharp has authored or co-authored over ten music books including Elvis: Vegas ’69, Writing For The King, Overnight Sensation: The Story of the Raspberries, Reputation Is A Fragile Thing: The Story of Cheap Trick, Small Faces: Quite Naturally, Eric Carmen: Marathon Man, Power Pop!, KISS: Behind The Mask and others.  He also contributes to a variety of national music magazines, works on music documentaries and has done CD liner notes for releases by Elvis Presley, Sly & The Family Stone, Janis Joplin, Santana and others. 

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 272 pages
  • Publisher: MTV (October 19, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1439103003
  • ISBN-13: 978-1439103005

MY THOUGHTS:

I haven’t read this one yet, but it looks really good. When John Lennon was murdered, I remember hearing it on the radio and calling all of my friends.  It was one of those cultural phenomenons that will remain with you always.

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Comments

  1. Amos Keppler says

    October 19, 2010 at 8:03 pm

    It was really a sad evening. Take away all the glamor he, himself didn’t care for either, and he was a great and passionate Human Being.

  2. holdenj says

    October 20, 2010 at 2:45 am

    I just read something about the re-release of the CD and remastering of it. (maybe EW?) I’m sure it’s a riveting read.

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