SELF-ISH by Jonn Penney – Book Review

SELF-ISH is a lyric book and autobiography by Ned’s Atomic Dustbin frontman Jonn Penney, published by The Pop Group. Designed by Helga Phillips with an orange embossed hard cover and over 200 pages, the book deliberately contains no photos to focus readers on the words. Penney structured it around his song lyrics arranged chronologically, covering approximately six years from when he realized lyrics mattered through final sessions at Real World studios in Bath. Rather than a traditional autobiography, Penney reflects on his experiences and the band’s journey with a 50-something perspective, describing himself as an “accidental rock star.” The book covers both highs, including Top Of The Pops appearances, and lows, such as discovering live audiences didn’t translate to record sales. The reviewer recommends it for both those discovering Ned’s Atomic Dustbin and longtime fans, noting it will prompt listeners to revisit the band’s music.

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