Wilko Johnson will released his official autobiography 'Looking Back On Me' on Wednesday May 30th, 2012. Hailed as a unique, vibrant and hotly anticipated autobiography of the former Dr Feelgood guitarist, British R&B legend and proto-punk pioneer, the autobiography is written and collated with acclaimed music writer Zoë Howe.
 Fascinating, funny, deeply personal and visually compelling, 'Looking Back At Me' is a fascinating rock 'n' roll scrapbook and oral history, and genuine treasure trove, marking the first time Wilko has told his story, no holds barred. The book can be pre-ordered online from Cadiz Music here.
Within these colourful pages, the Canvey Island raised guitarist shares his recollections on everything from his Essex childhood and his Indian odyssey as a hippy, to the wild, turbulent days of Dr Feelgood and Ian Dury and The Blockheads, to his current band featuring Norman Watt-Roy (bass) and Dylan Howe (drums). Wilko also expands on his love for astronomy, art, literature, clouds, poetry, sci-fi, and Shakespeare; making him the ultimate Renaissance man of rock.
Amid the twists, turns and tangents, the autobiography features many previously unseen images of Wilko from throughout his life, as well as an array of ephemera and anecdotes from notable Wilko fans including Robert Plant, Alison Moyet, JJ Burnel, Keith Levene, Gavin Martin and Whispering Bob Harris. The book also features a foreword by Mick Farren.
Wilko will appear at an exclusive book signing at Rough Trade East at 6.00pm on Wednesday May 30th. The signing will be following by a Q&A and a half hour set featuring Wilko and his band. Rough Trade East is located at Dray Walk, Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London, E1 6QL.
Wilko Johnson UK Tour Dates are as follows:
Apr 19th - Huddersfield Lawrence Batley Theatre
Apr 20th - Stockton ARC
Apr 21st - Lincoln Drill Hall
Apr 22nd - Bury St Edmunds Apex
Apr 26th - Leeds Wardrobe
Apr 27th - Dunfermline Carnegie Theatre
Apr 28th - Stafford Gatehouse Theatre
Apr 29th - Bridport Electric Palace
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