An exclusive, definitive visual and narrative account of the New Romantic movement from a photographer who was there.
While many musical styles have been labeled 'post-punk,' the New Romantic movement transcended the 'no future' ethos of the late 1970s like no other. In the dimly lit bars of Soho, a group of extravagant youths emerged, dressed in flamboyant and striking attire - ushering in a cultural moment that would define a generation.
Photographer Graham Smith was at its core, capturing over 500 extraordinary images that reveal this vibrant, groundbreaking scene in unparalleled detail.
This book offers an intimate, behind-the-scenes perspective on a movement that visually shaped a decade and left a lasting influence on music and fashion. Featuring a brazen text by Chris Sullivan and exclusive forewords boy George, Gary Kemp, and the late Steve Strange, this is the definitive photographic and narrative record of one of the most creative, bohemian, and influential movements of the late twentieth century.
| ISBN: | 9781788406598 |
| Publication date: | 13th August 2026 |
| Author: | Chris Sullivan |
| Publisher: | Cassell an imprint of Octopus |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 320 pages |
| Genres: |
History of music History of ideas Music composition |
An exclusive, definitive visual and narrative account of the New Romantic movement from a photographer who was there.While many musical styles have been labeled 'post-punk,' the New Romantic movement transcended the 'no future' ethos of the late 1970s like no other. In the dimly lit bars of Soho, a group of extravagant youths emerged, dressed in flamboyant and striking attire - ushering in a cultural moment that would define a generation.Photographer Graham Smith was at its core, capturing over 500 extraordinary images that reveal this vibrant, groundbreaking scene in unparalleled detail.This book offers an intimate, behind-the-scenes perspective on a movement that visually shaped a decade and left a lasting influence on music and fashion.
Blitz and Beyond features in the following genres: History of music, History of ideas, Music composition
Hardback. £36.00, down from the £40.00 cover price. In Stock.
Blitz and Beyond was written by Chris Sullivan and published by Cassell an imprint of Octopus
Blitz and Beyond has 320 pages
£36.00, reduced from £40.00. In Stock.