The very long-awaited book by Ian Hebditch and Jane Shepherd telling the story of The Action is finally inching towards daylight, with publication now due in early 2012.
The previously mooted narrow title of The Sound of the Birdcage has thankfully been replaced with the more encompassing In The Lap of The Mods and promises contributions from all members of the band – Reggie King, Mike Evans, Pete Watson, Alan King, Roger Powell, Ian Whiteman and Martin Stone; rare informal and promotional photographs and memorabilia; recollections from former club regulars at the Marquee, Watford Trade, the Goldhawk, the Cavern and Portsmouth’s Birdcage; foreword by Sir George Martin; and, a comprehensive chronology of the band including events, gigs played and details of recording sessions at Abbey Road.
If that wasn’t exciting enough, in addition to the standard softback there’s a limited edition hardback including the single “(Girl) Why You Wanna Make Me Blue” – the previously unreleased track cut for a (failed) 1965 audition for Decca Records.
More news and ordering details can be found, from 1st November, at www.theactionbook.co.uk.
Woo hoo! Cheers for the heads up!!
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ReplyDeleteJust noticed that www.theactionbook.co.uk is not active yet....has this been put on hold again?
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Matt
Sorry Matt, I've heard no more. "Early 2012" always seemed a broad prediction than a firm promise to me. Fingers crossed.
ReplyDeleteSad to hear that.....fingers crossed also....really looking forward to the book....
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to this,though sadly won't be able to stretch to the £75 edition.Thanks for flagging this up.
ReplyDeleteI was shown a nearly completed version of the book yesterday - it is INCREDIBLE.
ReplyDeleteReserved my copy of the ltd edition last month(which the Mrs is buying for my birthday this week if I'm successful)Think I'll get the softback too just to read.
ReplyDeleteGood lad. Due out 18/19 October. AT LAST! Can't wait.
ReplyDeleteFinally got THE email. Deluxe edition duly ordered.
ReplyDeleteFinally got my copy.It really is beautiful and well worth the wait.
ReplyDeletePhew! Got there in the end. Glad you're pleased with it.
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