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Of all the iconic musicians and scenes that emanate from Manchester, Simon Wolstencroft is the one who joins up the dots. He learnt his chops playing with Johnny Marr and Andy Rourke, but turned down The Smiths because he didn't like the cut of Morrissey's jib. He parted ways with his schoolmates Ian Brown and John Squire before The Patrol became The Stone Roses. He spent eleven glorious years in The Fall and when that journey inevitably hit the buffers he hooked up with his old mate Ian Brown and went on to collaborate with a string of his musical city's luminaries.

You Can Drum But You Can't Hide hands you an access all areas pass to the back alleys and living rooms of the musical mavericks synonymous with the city of Manchester. As rival camps retreat to their own grudges, Wolstencroft is the humble bee who crosses borders and pollinates. With humour and candour, 'Funky' Si's memoir recounts a life of drumming, parties, drugs, friendship and a love of making music.

‘Wolstencroft’s book gives us a whole new perspective about Manchester’s music scene. A cracking read.’ — Louder Than War

‘Essential.’ — Vive le Rock!

‘This punchy and addictive memoir proves as endearing and self-effacing as Wolstencroft himself.’ — The Quietus

‘An ideal read for all fans of Manchester’s groups, artists and music-history.’ — Your Own

You Can Drum But You Can't Hide edition by Simon Wolstencroft Arts Photography eBooks

Popularly known (if at all) as the Mancunian drummer who famously "quit the Smiths and the Stone Roses" (embryonic versions, anyway), Wolstencroft delves into what remain of his recollections of nearly 40 years on the UK music scene. Even though I appreciate all manner of Manchester memories, it's really his 11 years as drummer to the Fall from their peak to decline that make this book worthwhile. Written as an anecdote-driven memoir, Simon comes across as an easy-going, go with the flow guy, enjoying the good times with little analysis of the events. Imagine if a not hugely motivated Charlie Watts had been young enough to be in a post-punk band. Told in a succinct and dry style, this makes for a dryly succinct read (for better or worse). His level of motivation and enthusiasm is so moderate that I can't tell if he's a modestly talented musician who had some great luck or a great musician who never got a break. Although I enjoyed his book it's by far the lightest of anything I've read that deals with the Fall and it will likely find favor among their fan base if not among a wider music audience. Of course, after having read Steve Hanley's utterly exceptional "The Big Midweek: Life in the Fall" just prior to this, Wolstencroft's book pales in comparison. However, even if a modest volume, I can give Simon cred for being forthright about in his observations, particularly his own serious drug use, his mostly terrible taste in music, as well as the extent of Mark Smiths self-destructive behavior. So, consider this the literary equivalent of the Fall's poppier output: easily digested, not entirely satisfying, but still with a fair enough dose of the spirit the makes the Fall intriguing.

Product details File Size 2257 KB Print Length 280 pages Publisher Route (December 5, 2016) Publication Date December 5, 2016 Sold by  Digital Services LLC Language English ASIN B01N1PF0X5

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You Can Drum But You Can't Hide edition by Simon Wolstencroft Arts Photography eBooks Reviews

A thoughtful, enjoyable page-turner. If you want to know what being in The Fall and living in Manchester was like, then
this is the perfect book for you.
Interesting book with good stories about the fall. Although I felt some details were missing it was still worthwhile. Fall fans only.
It would be a mistake to undervalue his contribution to the Fall. Not Earth shattering, but not dull, either.
Loved it, I'm from the same generation and also a drummer. Simon's drumming, along with Karl's influenced me a lot in those days. I dearly wanted to be in The Fall, or a band along similar lines...I never did find one as there never has been one. Well done Simon, a great book from a great survivor.
Popularly known (if at all) as the Mancunian drummer who famously "quit the Smiths and the Stone Roses" (embryonic versions, anyway), Wolstencroft delves into what remain of his recollections of nearly 40 years on the UK music scene. Even though I appreciate all manner of Manchester memories, it's really his 11 years as drummer to the Fall from their peak to decline that make this book worthwhile. Written as an anecdote-driven memoir, Simon comes across as an easy-going, go with the flow guy, enjoying the good times with little analysis of the events. Imagine if a not hugely motivated Charlie Watts had been young enough to be in a post-punk band. Told in a succinct and dry style, this makes for a dryly succinct read (for better or worse). His level of motivation and enthusiasm is so moderate that I can't tell if he's a modestly talented musician who had some great luck or a great musician who never got a break. Although I enjoyed his book it's by far the lightest of anything I've read that deals with the Fall and it will likely find favor among their fan base if not among a wider music audience. Of course, after having read Steve Hanley's utterly exceptional "The Big Midweek Life in the Fall" just prior to this, Wolstencroft's book pales in comparison. However, even if a modest volume, I can give Simon cred for being forthright about in his observations, particularly his own serious drug use, his mostly terrible taste in music, as well as the extent of Mark Smiths self-destructive behavior. So, consider this the literary equivalent of the Fall's poppier output easily digested, not entirely satisfying, but still with a fair enough dose of the spirit the makes the Fall intriguing.