Next Week in Music | July 15-21 • New Books

Aand then there were three. Luckily, one of them is the chronicle of a classic rockumentary. So it could be worse. But not much. Read all about them:

Who knows? The making of a rock film
By Tony Klinger

THE EDITED PRESS RELEASE: “Secure your backstage pass and discover the story behind the creation of a rock’n’roll masterpiece in Who knows: The making of a rock film from Tony Klinger. Klinger takes you on a wild journey behind the scenes of the legendary rock film The children are alright, which immortalizes the legendary band The WHO. Klinger paints a vivid picture of the turbulent world of rock’n’roll excess, the raw power, the astonishing ignorance and the sheer brilliance that shaped the creation of this cult film. who knows is a collision of two dynamic worlds – rock music and film. Experience the incredible highs and lows, the outrageous moments and the captivating brilliance that The children are alright into film history. But that’s not all. Who Knows also offers an exclusive insight into the rock’n’roll universe through the lens of renowned rock photographer Daniel Cliffordwith rare and unique photos that capture the essence of an era. If you are a fan of rock music, film art or just love a good story, who knows is a must-see. Klinger’s unforgettable journey through the creation of The children are alright – and it almost breaks in the process – will leave you captivated and inspired by the explosive collision of music and cinema.”

Seeing Through: A Chronicle of Sex, Drugs and Opera
By Ricky Ian Gordon

THE EDITED PRESS RELEASE: “At eight years old Ricky Ian Gordon pulled The Victor Book of Opera from his piano teacher’s bookshelf, and his world was thrown into disarray. Although scandal, grief and confusion rocked that world over the next few decades, its North Star remained constant. Music was the driving force in Gordon’s life; through it he was able not only to survive great grief, but also to capture the depths of his feelings in song. It is this strength, this technical and instinctive genius, that has made him one of the greatest composers of our generation. In See throughGordon writes with humor, insight and incredible candor about his life and work: a turbulent youth on Long Island, his artistic collaborations and obsessions, the creation of his compositions (including Grapes of Wrath, 27, Orpheus and Eurydice, Lingerie, Ellen West and more), his addiction and the abuse he endured, the loss of his partner to AIDS, and the devastating impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Gordon writes of this time, “We were thousands of us Lazaruses. We had to rise from the ashes. We didn’t have to rebuild our lives, we had to build a new one.” Gordon managed to build a remarkable life and a body of work that testifies to all he survived in the process – a body of work that will endure as a central chapter in the American songbook.

Ozzy Osbourne: The Official Coloring Book
By David Calcano, Larissa Rivero and Eduardo Braun

THE EDITED PRESS RELEASE: “All aboard! Enter the universe of Ozzy Osbourne with his only official coloring book. With 72 pages full of art, the Prince of Darkness‘s artistry and sense of humor. Experience his entire solo discography with lavish illustrations by the award-winning Fantoons Animation Studio! Get ready for a one-of-a-kind book about Ozzy and the universe he built during his unprecedented career. The perfect gift for casual and diehard fans alike. Get ready for a crazy train ride… A must-have for Ozzy fans everywhere!”