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Chrissie Hynde recounts her life as the pioneering leader of the Pretenders, from her all‑American childhood in 1950s Ohio to her teenage fascination with 1960s rock music. She describes her move to London, employment at NME, immersion in the 1970s punk scene, and encounters with figures like Lemmy, Sid Vicious, and Iggy Pop. The book details her early collaborations, participation in seminal punk bands, and the formation of the Pretenders, whose fusion of punk, new‑wave, and pop propelled her to instant stardom. Throughout, Hynde's narrative reflects her distinctive voice, wit, and unwavering belief in the power of rock ’n’ roll.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Chrissie Hynde
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