Street-Level SuperstarA Year With Lawrence

by Will Hodgkinson
Street-Level SuperstarA Year With Lawrence cover
Good Books rating 4.33
Buy online
Amazon
Format/Price Check
Technical
  • ID: 470
  • Added: 2025-09-12
  • Updated: 2025-09-12
  • Reviews: 3
Reviews
theguardian.com · Unknown · 2025-07-03
engaging 4.50

Will Hodgkinson's audiobook 'Street-Level Superstar: A Year With Lawrence' offers an intimate and insightful look into the life and creative process of the indie music legend Lawrence. The narrative is engaging and provides a unique perspective on the music industry.

Will Hodgkinson's audiobook 'Street-Level Superstar: A Year With Lawrence' is a captivating journey into the world of indie music. The book provides an intimate look at Lawrence's life and creative process, offering a unique perspective on the music industry. Hodgkinson's writing is engaging and insightful, making it a must-read for music enthusiasts. The audiobook format adds an extra layer of depth, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in the story. Overall, it's a compelling exploration of an artist's journey and the challenges they face.

Quick quotes

    I am a songwriter. It is what I must do

    Lawrence, left, and Will Hodgkinson in London in 2011.

    The narrative is engaging and provides a unique perspective on the music industry.

blog.roughtrade.com · Unknown · 2024-11-12
engaging 4.00

The book offers a unique and intimate portrait of Lawrence, capturing his eccentricities and the raw energy of his music. It's a compelling read for fans of his work and those interested in the gritty reality of the music scene.

Street-Level Superstar: A Year With Lawrence provides an in-depth look into the life of Lawrence, the enigmatic frontman of bands like Felt and Denim. The author spends a year documenting Lawrence's daily life, from his peculiar habits to his creative process. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of his eccentricities, such as his fear of cheese and his love for liquorice and milky tea. It also delves into the raw and unfiltered reality of the music scene, offering a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of an artist. The narrative is engaging and provides a deep appreciation for Lawrence's unique persona and the impact of his music. For those who admire his work, this book is a must-read, offering a behind-the-scenes look at a truly original artist.

Quick quotes

    A a pallid eccentric who lives on liquorice and milky tea and is fearful of cheese

    The book is a compelling read for fans of his work and those interested in the gritty reality of the music scene

    It's a unique and intimate portrait of Lawrence, capturing his eccentricities and the raw energy of his music

theguardian.com · Unknown · 2024-08-27
fascinating 4.50

Will Hodgkinson's book explores the world of Lawrence, former lead singer of Felt and now Mozart Estate, through a series of walks around London's suburbs. The reviewer initially disliked Mozart Estate's music but was won over by their unique performance at Glastonbury, appreciating their eccentricity and Lawrence's unique persona.

Will Hodgkinson's 'Street-Level Superstar: A Year with Lawrence' is a fascinating exploration of Lawrence's life and music, blending psychogeography with a music memoir. The reviewer initially found Mozart Estate's music unappealing but was captivated by their live performance at Glastonbury. The book delves into Lawrence's eccentricities and his struggles, painting a picture of a true original whose talent and uniqueness are overshadowed by his personal challenges. Hodgkinson does an excellent job of capturing Lawrence's essence while highlighting his self-sabotaging tendencies. The reviewer praises the book for its readability and honesty, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in eccentric British artists.

Quick quotes

    They were the opposite of the testosterone-charged guitar bands that seemed so popular elsewhere.

    In Poundland It’s only a quid, In Poundland I bought it, I did

    This is a very readable book — writing truthfully about anyone who is alive is a difficult feat, but Will manages that task admirably.

Appears in Lists