Friday Night Fever: Inside the Cult of Half Man Half Biscuit by Steve Hill – Book Review

Iain Key reviews Steve Hill’s book “Friday Night Fever: Inside the Cult of Half Man Half Biscuit,” published by Route Publishing, awarding it five stars. The book documents Hill’s experience following Half Man Half Biscuit, a Birkenhead band existing largely outside the music business for over four decades, across 25 gigs. Rather than a definitive band history, it explores the devoted fanbase known as Biscuiteers through Hill’s journey to various towns and cities, featuring encounters with fellow fans and band members including Nigel Blackwell. The narrative includes full setlists, pre-gig rituals, and post-gig activities, often followed by Chester City matches. Hill incorporates cultural references and encyclopedic knowledge throughout. The book gained attention following Hill’s 2022 Guardian article about the band’s fanatical followers. Key notes the setlists demonstrate the band’s extensive catalogue and willingness to vary performances with cover versions from artists including Joy Division and Killing Joke.

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