Simon Raymonde has revealed that he is releasing a memoir titled In One Ear – Cocteau Twins, Ivor and Me. The 352-page book is set to be released on September 12 through Nine Eight Books and is available for pre-order. Raymonde is known as a musician, producer, and co-founder of the record label Bella Union.
On social media, Raymonde stated “So I wrote a book. You know, like a big grown-up kinda thing to do”. The memoir covers Raymonde’s experiences both good and bad, including events related to his father Ivor, falling down, getting back up, and the band Cocteau Twins.
The book features blurbs from Cillian Murphy and Elton John, both praising Raymonde’s book. Murphy wrote that the book provides “a beautiful insightful and honest look into the life of legend and musical polymath Simon Raymonde.” John called the book “a wonderful book of pop music history.”
The official book description reveals that the memoir covers Raymonde’s life and legacy in music. It begins with his childhood and explores his relationship with his father, Ivor Raymonde. It also covers his time with Cocteau Twins and This Mortal Coil, in addition to his successful career running Bella Union, where he discovered and developed globally renowned artists such as Beach House, Fleet Foxes, Father John Misty, and John Grant. The book concludes with Raymonde’s most recent experiences in the music industry while going deaf in one ear.
Earlier this year Cocteau Twins released their eighth and final album Milk & Kisses (1996), which was later reissued. Overall, this book is ideal for music lovers who want to experience Simon Raymonde’s journey and personal experiences
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