| Abstract |
CBGB-OMFUG, Hilly Kristal's notorious nightclub on New York's Bowery, is considered the birthplace of the punk and new wave movements in American rock and roll. The Ramones, Blondie, Television, Talking Heads, and many others got their start at CBGB, and created a scene that became the focus of international attention. This book brings together memories, stories, and gossip from dozens of people who have played, worked, or hung out at CBGB from its beginnings as a country music club to today's hardcore matinees. More than a history, this book is an honest, opinionated, sometimes hilarious document of fiteen years of late, loud nights at CBGB. Includes exclusive interviews with: Clem Burke, David Byrne, Jim Carroll, Robert Christgau, Willy Deville, Jimmy Gestapo, Annie Golden, Richard Hell, Lenny Kaye, Hilly Kristal, Richard Lloyd, Handsome Dick Manitoba, Dee Dee Ramone, Joey Ramone, Ira Robbins, Chris Stein, Richie Stotts, and Wendy O. Williams. |
