David Sylvian was lead singer of Japan before launching a solo career. Featuring an in-depth study of how Sylvian formed the group and how the band broke-up at the height of their career, this biography also features full album reviews and 16 pages of photographs.

David Sylvian: The Last Romantic

Martin Power

Romance

Omnibus Pr

Featuring an in-depth study of how Sylvian formed the group Japan and how the band broke up at the height of their career, this biography features full album reviews and 16 pages of photographs. Revised and updated it also provides an overview of Sylvian's philosophical views.

Biographies & Memoirs

Arts & Literature

Omnibus Pr & Schirmer Trade Books

David Sylvian spans three decades of image-conscious pop culture. From South London schoolboy in the Seventies to respected composer of the Nineties and beyond, he remains a uniquely fascinating hero. This new edition of Martin Power's acclaimed biography explores every detail of a unique life. The formation of Japan, their signing to Ariola-Hansa in 1977 and a shaky career start. Success with a new glamorous image and two classic albums Gentlemen Take Polaroids and Tin Drum and the band's break-up and the start of Sylvian's solo career. Acclaim for Brilliant Trees, Gone to Earth and Secrets of the Beehive as well as Sylvian's most recent solo work Blemish. Includes many interview and reviews of all Japan and Sylvian albums, this unique biography delves into the compelling world of the Lewisham lad who became the Last Romantic.

David Sylvian : The Last Romantic

Omnibus Press

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David Sylvian: The Last Romantic

David Sylvian: The Last Romantic

David Sylvian : The Last Romantic