Ian Dury – On Track

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Ian Dury On Track: Every Album, Every Song: Amazon.co.uk: Goodwin, Opher: 9781789523744: Books

Opher Goodwin’s book offers an in-depth analysis of Ian Dury’s albums and songs, portraying him as a singular figure in British music, though formal reviews from readers are currently scarce.

Content Overview

The book takes a song-by-song and album-by-album approach, exploring the inspirations, spirit, and context behind Ian Dury’s work 

It covers his early years with Kilburn And The High Roads, his peak success with The Blockheads, and his solo career, including the 1997 album Mr Love Pants. Notable hits such as Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick are discussed in depth 

Goodwin frames Dury as a multi-faceted personality—“part teddy boy, part punk, part vaudeville act”—highlighting the unique blend of artistry and charisma that defined him 

Author Background and Approach

Opher Goodwin is a rock music historian and educator who taught the first History of Rock Music classes in the UK. He has previously written extensively about artists such as Captain Beefheart and Roy Harper, demonstrating a research-driven and analytical approach

 . His writing blends cultural context with close musical analysis, placing Dury’s work within the broader UK post-punk and pop landscape

Ian Dury book finally out!!

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I take great pleasure in announcing that my Ian Dury book is now finally available on Amazon and all book shops!

Ian Dury On Track: Every Album, Every Song: Amazon.co.uk: Goodwin, Opher: 9781789523744: Books

I have signed copies is anybody would like one!

Apologies – Ian Dury Book delay – but reasons to be cheerful!

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Hi everyone, sorry about this. There has been a problem at the printers. The Ian Dury book is delated until 31st December.

I have spoken to Sonibond publishers. It is available on eBook now and out in paperback on the 31st.

Sorry again for the delay. Very frustrating.

Ian Dury On Track: Every Album, Every Song: Amazon.co.uk: Goodwin, Opher: 9781789523744: Books

Ian Dury book out TODAY!!

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I greatly enjoyed researching and writing this book. Listening to every single track that Ian produced was a great pleasure. Playing them with a view to analyse and explain is a different experience. It’s a bit like putting pieces of a jigsaw together. This is the finished puzzle!!

Ian Dury On Track: Every Album, Every Song: Amazon.co.uk: Goodwin, Opher: 9781789523744: Books

Ian Dury – out in 2 Days!!

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I can’t wait!! My Ian Dury book finally hits the shops in 2 days time!! You can order it now and have it delivered in time for Christmas.

I loved putting this book together, listening to every single thing he recorded, live concerts and all, and reading everything about him. A real labour of love!

Ian Dury On Track: Every Album, Every Song: Amazon.co.uk: Goodwin, Opher: 9781789523744: Books