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What is a Wommett?

by Mick Abrahams

Book Details

Publisher:Andrews UK Limited
Published:2010-05-26
Pages:178
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Mick Abrahams first rose to fame as a guitarist during the 1960s and was a founder member of Jethro Tull, although his time with the band was to prove short lived owing to the vividly contrasting musical styles of himself and Ian Anderson. In his autobiography What is a Wommett Mick finally puts the record straight about this parting of the ways and the events that have shaped the man and his music since that time up to the present day. Perhaps best known for his time with Blodwyn Pig, the band

Our Review

For rock enthusiasts and music history buffs, this autobiography delivers a long-awaited insider account from a foundational guitarist of the 1960s British rock scene. Mick Abrahams, a founder of Jethro Tull, finally details the real story behind his abrupt and legendary departure from the band, a split fueled by a stark creative clash with frontman Ian Anderson. The narrative charts his entire musical journey, from that pivotal early moment through his subsequent fame with the band Blodwyn Pig and up to the present day.

This is more than just a rock memoir; it's a candid correction of the historical record, offering a deeply personal perspective on the creative tensions that can both forge and fracture a band. Abrahams provides a compelling look at the man behind the music, exploring how these key events shaped his artistic identity over the decades. Readers who thrive on stories of musical divergence and the true cost of artistic integrity will find this a resonant and revealing read.

Themes

Biography & Autobiography

Subjects

Biography & Autobiography