Girl in a Band
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015
273
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
New York • 1980s
2015
Adult
18+ years
In Girl in a Band, Kim Gordon, co-founder of the band Sonic Youth, chronicles her journey through the music industry. The memoir explores her experiences as a musician, artist, and woman, detailing her career, personal relationships, and artistic influences. The book highlights her unique perspective on the alternative rock scene.
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Girl in a Band by Kim Gordon offers a compelling and introspective look into the life of the Sonic Youth co-founder. Gordon's writing is lauded for its raw honesty and vivid storytelling, though some critics feel it lacks depth in certain personal reflections. Overall, it’s a captivating memoir with a strong narrative voice, revealing the complexities of her musical and personal journey.
Fans of raw, introspective memoirs and alternative rock history will enjoy Girl in a Band by Kim Gordon. Readers who appreciated Patti Smith's Just Kids or Carrie Brownstein's Hunger Makes Me a Modern Girl will find Gordon's storytelling and insider views on Sonic Youth and the music scene compelling.
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273
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
New York • 1980s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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