"I'm not going on a quiz show!" ~ Lawrence

A fascinating and humorous insight into the life of an eccentric creative being.
Prior to listening, I didn't know anything of Lawrence and his various bands (Felt, Denim, Go Kart Mozart, Mozart Estate)
and it's not necessary to know or be a music nerd in order to enjoy this biography, although I've looked the bands up since and enjoy his music and lyrics.
The revelations of Lawrence's idiosyncrasies and eccentricities are always kept on the right side of understanding and compassionate and stay upbeat, even had me laughing out loud in places.
The author facilitates us to glance at the past, wonder about the future, whilst also generally hanging around chatting and walking at street level with L who is a constant source of ideas and observations about himself and life in general.
The inclusion of (difficult) experiences of band members, former friends and ex-girlfriends pull no punches but aren't hateful, enriching and give the year with L a fully rounded feel.
I've listened to the audio version and particularly enjoy WH's voice and light-hearted tone.
Much appreciate the interview with L at the end.
Lawrence comes off far more likeable and interesting than I'd imagined would be the case.
There is so much beauty in what could be the mundane, or straight up pain, of Lawrence's life and the author has drawn this out.
I'd like to know more and feel this leaves room for further exploration and scrutiny - L is an interesting character and he wants to express everything he knows to all of us, so why not let him?
I'm fairly sure he'll read this review. So, thanks Lawrence for being so open and thank you Will.

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