The Verve: Crazed Highs and Horrible Lows

by Martin Clarke

Looks at the English rock band, the Verve, chronicling the four years of reckless hedonism and interpersonal conflicts that preceded their rise to fame with their third album, Urban Hymns.

120 pages, Paperback

First published November 24, 1998

Reviews

[Doungjai · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love The Verve - they're my favourite band right now. I got this book for Christmas and read it in three days, though I easily could've done so in one (it's a little over 100 pages). The book concentrates mostly on lead singer Richard Ashcroft; to be honest I would've liked to have seen more on the other members, especially guitarist Nick McCabe. There are plenty of pictures (no complaints here) and quotes - including the quote that led the British press to dub him 'Mad Richard' (he stated that he believed that one day he would be able to fly; it wasn't until years later that he claimed that his statement was misunderstood).
This is a decent look into one of - if not THE - best British band of the 90s. They just got back together - again - in 2007. I'm hoping they don't break up again anytime soon.

[Christian · Rating 5 out of 5]

IT'S A BIITERSWEET REVIEW and look at one of the best underlooked band.... if you like Oasis, you'll love the Verve

[Stephen Chase · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best part of this book is their greatest hit Bittersweet Symphony!!