Download or read book Isolated in the Light written by Donna Ranieri and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The first extensive photo monograph of the 1970s cult band, Big Star. This authorized limited edition book showcases images from photographers who chronicled both Big Stars beginnings during the burgeoning 1970s Memphis music scene and later solo projects of songwriters Alex Chilton and Chris Bell in both New York and Europe. In Big Star--Isolated In The Light, they share their unique visual perspective long with memories of a band that went on to influence several generations of musicians. The book also features new interviews and the bands original and written letters and lyrics. The publication coincides with the 50th Anniversary of Ardent Studios, the Memphis independent label and recording studio that became ground zero for all of Big Stars recordings. The book pays tribute to Ardent founder John Fry, their mentor, producer and engineer extraordinaire ... Over 200 color and black and white photographs by illustrious names in the Fine Art and Rock Photography world such as William Eggleston, Michael O'Brien, Maude Schuyler Clay, Carole Manning, David Bell, John Fry, David Godlis, Stephanie Chernikowski, RAL20, David Arnoff, John Dando and band member Andy Hummel. All photos are lovingly re-scanned and restored from original negatives, transparencies and print"--Publisher's website.