Vivien Goldman reflects on her punk and reggae journey
- Vivien Goldman, the punk professor, has contributed to music through writing, publicizing, directing pop videos, and making music herself since the 1970s.
- Her writing captures interactions with musicians and addresses social issues within the punk and reggae scenes.
- The book is a celebration of music and its cultural impact, providing an inspiring snapshot of a transformative era.
Vivien Goldman, a London-born Jewish woman, has been a prominent figure in the music industry since the 1970s, engaging with musicians, writing about their work, and even releasing her own music. Goldman teaches at New York University and has written extensively on various genres, notably punk and reggae. Her book features a wide array of pieces that capture the spirit of the music scene, highlighting crucial interactions with notable artists such as Bob Marley, Brian Eno, and Peter Tosh. Through her writing, Goldman addresses critical issues related to race and gender, reflecting on the only slightly less rigid boundaries between journalists and musicians at that time, while also making contemporary mea culpas through her inclusive approach. The collection showcases Goldman's vibrant prose and recounts powerful moments in music history, making the book both an insightful commentary and a testament to the interconnectedness of music and social issues during an intricate period.