Richard Houghton

This authorised biography tells Shaun's story in the words of fans, friends and collaborators and features an exclusive interview with the man himself. Packed with memorabilia, previously unseen photos and memories from over 300 fans, this is the Happy Mondays and Black Grape story as it's never been told before, with Shaun William Ryder at its heart. Featuring contributions from Bez, Peter Hook, Johnny Marr, Paul Oakenfold, Alan McGee, Clint Boon, A Guy Called Gerald, Keith Lemon, Youth, Anne Savage, Steve Osborne, Don Letts, Mickey Avalon, Phil Saxe, Danny Saber, Mike Pickering, Howie B, John Robb, Nigel Pivaro, Jon Ronson, Shed Seven, Sherrie Hewson, Mike Sweeney, Simon Wolstencroft and Yvette Livesey, the book is packed with tales that will have you reaching for your copy of 'Step On' and pulling on your flares as you head back to the heady days of Madchester.