Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback (44 top ratings) – 5* Amazon Reviews – Thank You!!

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So heartening to read such great reviews. Thank you! It is time Roy receives recognition for the incredible music he has produced throughout his career.

‘Excellent and enjoyable – thorough, detailed, super anecdotes and “eye witness”, and an easy and fun read. Written by a true fan’

‘Wonderful book written by a man who clearly has a deep love and understanding of Roys’ work and the passion really comes through here.’

‘Everything you need to know about Roy Harper recordings‘

‘A must for Harper fans‘

‘Should sit beside any serious reading of the music by Roy Harper.‘

‘A Great Read About a Wonderful Artist’

‘I have had a most enjoyable week reading Opher Goodwins’ book about Roy Harper’s songs while relistening to my own albums.’

‘As an added bonus – as such – the author details many of Roy’s live recordings and radio sessions, compilations unreleased tracks, guest appearances and rarities as well.’

‘there is entertainment alongside education’

‘I wholeheartedly recommend Opher’s book to other aficionados and to those with early-stage curiosity about the work of one of Britain’s major songwriters, free-thinkers and catalysts for change.’

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GREAT REVIEWS!!! So glad you are all enjoying the book so much.

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback – 5* Good Read Reviews – Thank You!!

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‘Absolutely nailed it. A wonderful commentary on the life and music of Roy Harper.’

‘ it was amazing’

‘It has been over fifty years since I was first introduced to Roy Harper’s recordings. A 60’s folk/rock artist whose stance on the counter culture, philosophy, politics, religion, society and the environment have long been locked into my own. O.K., Roy is a Manchester City supporter, but nobody is completely perfect.
I was first made aware of this author’s 2021 publication via the internet, and responded to his appeal for photographs to be used in his book. I purchased ‘Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song’ without knowing that Mr Goodwin had included my photo. The fact that he did, has absolutely nothing to do with my five star rating.
Any Roy Harper aficionado or ‘newbie’ fan will discover everything they need to learn about the man and his decades-long recording career. Opher Goodwin has closely followed Roy’s life and work since the very early days of the sixties ‘underground’ scene to the present day. I have learned much of Harper’s biography including his youthful period through to his eightieth year. The book has also inspired additions to my Spotify lists too.
Altogether an indispensable compendium of the man and his music. ‘

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback

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by Opher Goodwin (Author)

4.7 out of 5 stars    45 ratings

A 5* book on Amazon with 45 ratings and some outstanding reviews. Great to see such an important singer/songwriter being recognised!!

As a writer, I am so heartened by all the positive likes and reviews. Thank you everyone!!

Roy Harper must be one of Britain s most undervalued rock musicians and songwriters. For over fifty years he has produced a series of innovative albums of consistently outstanding quality. He puts poetry and social commentary to music in a way that extends the boundaries of rock music. His 22 studio albums 16 live albums, made up of 250 songs, have created a unique body of work. Roy is a musician s musician. He is lauded by the likes of Dave Gilmour, Ian Anderson, Jimmy Page, Pete Townsend, Joanna Newsom, Fleet Foxes and Kate Bush. Who else could boast that he has had Keith Moon, Jimmy Page, Dave Gilmour, John Paul Jones, Ronnie Lane, Chris Spedding, Bill Bruford and Steve Broughton in his backing band? Notable albums include Stormcock, HQ and Bullinamingvase. Opher Goodwin, Roy s friend and a fan, guides the reader through every album and song, providing insight into the recording of the songs as well the times in which they were recorded. As his loyal and often fanatical fans will attest, Roy has produced a series of epic songs and he remains a raging, uncompromising individual.

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song – Thank you Paul Chilcott for the 5 Star review on Goodreads.

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Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song.

Paul Chilcott – Absolutely nailed it. A wonderful commentary on the life and music of Roy Harper.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56997349-roy-harper

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback – 29 July 2021

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Britain’s best singer-songwriter.

Thirty-nine top ratings/Reviews on Amazon. 166 likes on Burning Shed. Thank you to everyone for your support.

Album by album, song by song – an insight into the songs, lyrics and man.

https://burningshed.com/opher-goodwin_roy-harper-on-track_book

Signed copies are available from the author.

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback – Available again.

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Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback – Available again.

‘This book is a masterpiece!!

Just loved this book!

If any musician deserves to have a celebration of his work none can be more deserving than Roy Harper.

Wonderful book written by a man who clearly has a deep love and understanding of Roy’s work and the passion really comes through here.‘

The Roy Harper book has been reprinted and is available once more!!

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If you want a signed copy then email me at: opher@hotmail.co.uk

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback  – Reprinted and restocked.

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‘Wonderful book written by a man who clearly has a deep love and understanding of Roys’ work and the passion really comes through here.’

‘Just loved this book! The writing flows along.’

The book has now been reprinted and restocked at both Burning Shed and Amazon. It is also available at bookshops and you can obtain a signed copy off me directly by emailing at opher@hotmail.co.uk.

https://burningshed.com/opher-goodwin_roy-harper-on-track_book?filter_tag=Opher%20Goodwin

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Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback – Available again.

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The Roy Harper book has been reprinted and is available once more!!

https://burningshed.com/opher-goodwin_roy-harper-on-track_book?filter_tag=Opher%20Goodwin

If you want a signed copy then email me at: opher@opher2014

THANKS FOR ALL YOUR GREAT REVIEWS!!

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) – Paperback – Reviews and Thanks.

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Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) – Paperback 

Thank you all so much for the 23 glowing reviews and ratings on Amazon!! It’s been a thrill to read them!

Thank you for the 105 likes on the Burning Shed site (they don’t offer reviews).

The book actually sold out in three weeks. However, another batch has been run off and should be with us very shortly. Sorry about the slight delay.

If you would like a copy you can purchase them from Burning Shed:

Roy Harper On Track (burningshed.com)

Or Amazon:

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) : Opher Goodwin: Amazon.co.uk: Books

Or you can purchase a signed copy from myself:

opher@hotmail.co.uk

Below is a selection of extracts taken from the reviews so many of you have kindly written:

This book is a masterpiece!!

Just loved this book!

If any musician deserves to have a celebration of his work none can be more deserving than Roy Harper.

Wonderful book written by a man who clearly has a deep love and understanding of Roy’s work and the passion really comes through here.

I have to declare that this is one heck of a read! 

Incredible amount of interesting information and beautifully written too.

Opher Goodwin offers many enlightening thoughts and personal recollections as he takes you on a fabulous musical journey from Sophisticated Beggar to the magnificent Man And Myth.

This was an epic undertaking…And it doesn’t fall short…I absolutely loved it!

 An Enlightening Read.

Brilliantly written and flows nicely!

Extremely well written in a nice easy flowing casual style.

The writing flows along and draws you in. I read it in one sitting and then went back to read it again. 

His writing and humour lifts it above the usual book.

The writing is never ‘dry’ – there is entertainment alongside education.

The writing is energetic, insightful and, in many places, inspired. 

As soon as I started reading “on track…..Roy Harper” I was hooked.

Makes me want to play every song (again). 

Excellent and enjoyable – thorough, detailed, super anecdotes and “eye witness”, and an easy and fun read.

The book gives new insights into familiar tunes and lyrics, brings knowledge about recently heard gems and adds a greater depth to our collective knowledge about one of the most loved singer/songwriters of his generation.

A wonderfully insightful and personal journey through Roy’s songs.

I have had a most enjoyable week reading Opher Goodwins’ book about Roy Harper’s songs while relistening to my own albums.

This book deserves to sit by your side, in any reading of this masterful lyricist, singer, songwriter, and poet.

Opher has a longstanding friendship with Roy and this shines through in this very interesting book.

No-one but Opher could have released a book on Roy Harper’s songs quite like this one, I say….. Full marks!

Highly recommended!

Over 50 years of special memories.

Essential Reading for the Roy Harper Fan.

On the first day it’s sparked a ten hour listening session of some early Harper albums and given me amazing new insight into songs.

Find out what you have been missing.

Simply the best way to discover new songs and add deeper meaning!

Fantastic insight into Roy’s work!!

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING THE TROUBLE TO LEAVE A REVIEW!

Opher xx

Roy Harper: Every Album, Every Song (On Track) Paperback – 29 July 2021

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Thank you all for the likes, purchases and wonderful reviews. I really appreciate it.