'A persuasive new biography explores musical innovation, racism and toxic masculinity. The great strength of this thought-provoking biography is not just that it's a thorough chronicle, nor even that it fascinatingly explores Berry's musical, cultural, social and political contexts, but that is addresses head-on and builds into a persuasive psychological thesis the troubling, toxic aspects of a man who was also one of the great innovators and giants of the music we love.' --Mojo, 5* 'Richly detailed and informative biography.' --Classic Rock 'A hungry ear drives Smith's wondrous, brilliant book. Not only does he capture the excitement of Berry's music, he hears the awe of those in its thrall, from his rock & roll heirs to rivals, fans, and mystified bystanders throughout the twentieth century.
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