Apollo Publishers
Chris Charlesworth has worked as a music writer for over forty-five years, including spells on the staff of Melody Maker and as editor-in-chief of Omnibus Press. He has written and edited numerous books on rock and pop music, and many of his magazine articles can be found on rocksbackpages.com. Perhaps best known for his close association with The Who, about whom he has written extensively, Chris posts on a blog called Just Backdated.
"Be they homey domiciles or, more typically, extravagant pleasure
domes, the dozens of rock star homes documented here in 200 photos
shed light on their owners' personalities. Readers can ogle the
over-the-top dwellings of Elton John and Michael Jackson, and also
sneak a peek at the places that Debbie Harry, and members of the
Clash and the Sex Pistols, lived prestardom."
--Publishers Weekly
"A tour of some of the most iconic, extravagant, and enviable homes
of rock stars."
--Billboard Magazine
"Let's be honest, we all like to have a nose when it comes to the
lifestyles of the rich and famous, but getting a glimpse of that
world for those stars who lived before the age of social media is
even more intriguing. Rock Stars At Home does just that, with
intimate photographs of some of the world's greatest ever
musicians."
--Sky News
"The book will have you gasp in astonishment at the crazy worlds
these artists created for themselves."
--Discover Hollywood
"A stunning layout that makes this the ideal book for music and
photography lovers alike."
--Luxury Travel Magazine
"It's not just a photo book. Chapters are written by six
collaborating authors and journalists who specialize in rock
history and had access to insider accounts that give the visuals
context."
--Connecticut Post
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