Andy Taylor Knihy

When 19-year-old Andy Taylor returned from his band's tour of military bases in Germany and saw an advert in Melody Maker in April 1980 asking for a 'live wire guitarist' to audition in Birmingham, he saw his chance. Even he could not have predicted what happened next. The group, Duran Duran, released their first single, 'Planet Earth', ten months later and soon became the biggest band since the Beatles. Emerging in the post-punk era, Duran headed the New Romantic movement and with their stunning videos and style consciousness, they set the trend for the consumerist 1980s. Popular with everyone from rockers to Princess Diana, they had a string of massive worldwide hits such as 'Rio', 'The Reflex' and 'A View to a Kill'. They won Grammys and an Ivor Novello award among many other things. By Live Aid, in 1985, they were at their very pinnacle of success - and then the band began to fall apart. At the centre of it all, giving the group its musical pulse, was lead guitarist Andy Taylor. In this revealing and raw memoir, Taylor recalls the highs and lows of an unbelievable period where the squeaky clean facade hid the truth of wild partying as five young men took just about every opportunity that was offered to them. Andy Taylor's story is of an era when MTV was new, the media allowed superstars to get away with lots and rock stars knew how to party like there was no tomorrow. Wild Boy is a book that millions of fans of Duran Duran around the world will want to read to know the full story of what really happened.

Focusing on the archaeological findings from New Road in Greenham, this monograph explores settlement patterns from the Middle Bronze Age to the Middle Iron Age in West Berkshire. It presents detailed analyses of artifacts, structures, and environmental data, shedding light on the daily lives and cultural practices of ancient communities in the region. The research highlights the transition between different historical periods and contributes to a deeper understanding of settlement dynamics during this significant era.

Independence, Kansas, embodies quintessential Americana with its rich tapestry of local history and culture. The town honors native playwright William Inge through an annual theatre festival and celebrates its literary heritage linked to the Little House on the Prairie series. It boasts significant baseball milestones, including the site of the first night game and connections to legends like Mickey Mantle. Independence also celebrates notable figures such as Martin Johnson and Harry Sinclair, and hosts the unique Neewollah festival, showcasing its vibrant community spirit.