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Paul Weller: Dancing Through the Fire
- Author
- Dan Jennings
- Narrator
- various
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Publish Date
- 18 September 2025
- Run Time
- 27 hours 19 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Music industry, Popular music
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'This is as definitive an account of the artist as we have to date' MOJO
'It's a treasure trove of personal recollections, and the picture that emerges is of a band with an incredible connection to its fans that would be unimaginable today . . . Weller can't be tied down and won't sell out. Dancing Through the Fire offers a route to understand him, and the picture it presents is never less than surprising. We shouldn't have expected anything else' Daily Telegraph
The groundbreaking oral history on one of the most legendary musicians of all time: Paul Weller.
Across musical history, certain artists have transcended their craft to become cultural icons, leaving an indelible mark on the world of sound and style. Paul Weller, the legendary British musician, singer and songwriter, stands among the select few whose influence spans generations. His enduring popularity, traversing the explosive energy of The Jam to the sophisticated sounds of The Style Council and a prolific solo career spanning over thirty years, underscores the timeless appeal of his work. Weller also holds a unique position in music history: he shares the rare distinction with Lennon and McCartney as one of the few artists to achieve Number 1 albums in five consecutive decades.
Dancing Through the Fire explores the fascinating narrative of Paul Weller's musical career, weaving together never-before-told stories, intimate insights and perspectives from the man himself and those who have been integral to his remarkable journey.
With unique access to his inner circle - including family, friends, bandmates, producers, and long-time collaborators - award-winning broadcaster and journalist Dan Jennings weaves together over 200 hours of exclusive conversations, allowing exclusive access to the man behind the music, including his unparalleled drive, creative struggles and personal triumphs that have shaped his iconic career and legacy.
Endlessly candid, insightful and definitive in its approach, Dancing Through the Fire captures the essence of Weller's musical evolution through the voices of those who know him best.
Critics Review
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This is as definitive an account of the artist as we have to date
MOJO
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[An] extraordinary new oral history of the man and his music . . . It's a treasure trove of personal recollections, and the picture that emerges is of a band with an incredible connection to its fans that would be unimaginable today . . . Weller can't be tied down and won't sell out. Dancing Through the Fire offers a route to understand him, and the picture it presents is never less than surprising. We shouldn't have expected anything else
Daily Telegraph
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What is the collective noun for a group of Weller fans? A 'jam'? Whatever it may be, Dan has brought them together in these pages, along with Paul Weller himself and all the musicians who've played with him for over fifty years, to tell the definitive story. A work of real journalistic dedication, perseverance and endeavour
Radio 4
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THE book on someone who's touched the lives of so many of us
BBC Radio London
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This is as close to a complete history of Paul Weller as you are going to get
Louder Than War
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A must-read for Weller devotees that captures Paul's artistic evolution with infectious enthusiasm!
Bauer Media
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An oral history that could arguably be the definitive document of the ever-changing man. . . Written with true love and insight
Shindig
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An almost stalkerishy detailed account of Paul Weller's career
God Is In The TV, Books of the Year
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Oral history has been a real trend this year, most notably Paul Weller Dancing Through the Fire, a substantial book that takes its subject from childhood to The Jam, and from The Style Council to his appearance in Steve McQueen's wartime film Blitz
Herald
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It's such a complete picture we get of Paul Weller . . . digs so deep, covers so much ground, so much detail and it's really charming and touching and moving as well. It's such an incredible book
Radio X
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With access to family, bandmates, producers, and longtime collaborators, Jennings reveals the creative drive, stubborn vision, and personal triumphs behind one of Britain's most enduring songwriters
Irish Examiner, Books of the Year
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Through bands and solo years, we feel part of Weller's huge extended family of musicians, T-shirt sellers and other stars . . . Rock'n'roll madness yet moving, too
Record Collector
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'While Dancing Through The Fire isn't quite the autobiography that Weller-heads have been waiting for, it's pretty damn close.'
Classic Pop
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Details
- Author
- Dan Jennings
- Narrator
- various
- Duration
- 27 hours 19 minutes
- Release Date
- 18 September 2025
- ISBN
- 9781405564014
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Genre
- Music industry, Popular music
Synopsis
This audiobook includes a bonus interview with Paul Weller taken from Dan Jennings' podcast 'Desperately Seeking Paul'.'This is as definitive an account of the artist as we have to date' MOJO'It's a treasure trove of personal recollections, and the picture that emerges is of a band with an incredible connection to its fans that would be unimaginable today . . . Weller can't be tied down and won't sell out. Dancing Through the Fire offers a route to understand him, and the picture it presents is never less than surprising. We shouldn't have expected anything else' Daily TelegraphThe groundbreaking oral history on one of the most legendary musicians of all time: Paul Weller.Across musical history, certain artists have transcended their craft to become cultural icons, leaving an indelible mark on the world of sound and style. Paul Weller, the legendary British musician, singer and songwriter, stands among the select few whose influence spans generations. His enduring popularity, traversing the explosive energy of The Jam to the sophisticated sounds of The Style Council and a prolific solo career spanning over thirty years, underscores the timeless appeal of his work. Weller also holds a unique position in music history: he shares the rare distinction with Lennon and McCartney as one of the few artists to achieve Number 1 albums in five consecutive decades.Dancing Through the Fire explores the fascinating narrative of Paul Weller's musical career, weaving together never-before-told stories, intimate insights and perspectives from the man himself and those who have been integral to his remarkable journey.With unique access to his inner circle - including family, friends, bandmates, producers, and long-time collaborators - award-winning broadcaster and journalist Dan Jennings weaves together over 200 hours of exclusive conversations, allowing exclusive access to the man behind the music, including his unparalleled drive, creative struggles and personal triumphs that have shaped his iconic career and legacy.Endlessly candid, insightful and definitive in its approach, Dancing Through the Fire captures the essence of Weller's musical evolution through the voices of those who know him best.
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