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A few months ago, Robert Pattinson was a virtual unknown with only a supporting role in the Harry Potter films to his name. Now, the 22 year old British actor is everywhere, provoking headline-grabbing global hysteria and seemingly holding Hollywood in the palm of his hand. This sudden rise to fame is due to his starring role in a new blockbuster film Twilight, based on the Twilight Saga written by Stephanie Meyer, the story of a passionate affair between Bella Swan and Edward Cullen, a teenage girl and a brooding vampire. Revised and updated to tie-in with the November 2009 release of New Moon the sequel to the box office hit Twilight.

Heavy-metal survivors Metallica are one of the most important bands on the planet. Formed in 1981, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Lars Ulrich have sustained their reign over the hearts and minds of millions of devoted fans for over three decades. Rock journalist Paul Stenning comes face to face with this particular breed of monster to reveal the unique blend of fearless reinvention, integrity and resilience that have ensured Metallica s unrivaled status as multi-platinum-selling metal royalty with a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The personal tragedy, petty rivalries and all-consuming addictions that have threatened to eclipse the band s blistering achievement at every step are no secret from the tragic loss of bassist Cliff Burton in 1986 to the remaining members prolonged mistreatment of new recruit Jason Newsted, Hetfield s life-threatening alcoholism and Ulrich s relentless pursuit of success at any price. In the wake of Metallica s resounding comeback with 2008 LP Death Magnetic, this book takes an incisive look at all they ve survived and the classic albums they recorded while doing so, including the adrenaline-fueled thrash of debut Kill Em All and the infectious, radio-borne riffs of mainstream crossover the Black Album. Stripping away decades of empty hype, Metallica: All That Matters uncovers every last detail of Metallica s chequered past, chronicling the highs and lows that took the group from stadium to courtroom to rehab, whilst attempting to unravel some of the most profound contradictions of all. Featuring unseen interviews from forgotten friends and ex-lovers, this is the complete, no-holds-barred guide to the band all that matters for Metallica fans of every generation."

New Jersey band My Chemical Romance have taken the music underground by storm. This work tells their tale, setting them in the context of the dormant US rock scene, through to their breakthrough live shows and meteoric success in 2004 and 2005. It tells you how a bunch of introverted high school friends achieved their dream.

A human cartoon of hair, super-strength cigarettes and the world's most famous top hat, Slash is the epitome of Rock 'n' Roll. One of the most iconic guitarists of all-time, his staggering performance on Guns N' Roses' Appetite For Destruction heralded the arrival of a brand new superstar name in rock.His complex relationship with frontman Axl Rose and the phenomenal music that emerged from that band cemented his reputation in rock's history books; since leaving G N' R, however, Slash has masterfully plied his trade through a series of solo projects and high profile guest appearances.This is the first book to examine the complete story of Slash, from his humble roots in suburban London in the late Sixties, to his thunderous ride through the alleys and red carpets of California to his present day success with Velvet Revolver. The book also takes a fresh look at the Guns N' Roses saga and examines all of Slash's other projects in exhaustive detail.

Rage Against the Machine changed the shape of music with their rampant self-titled debut album in 1992. Here was a politically charged troupe who took advantage of major label backing yet spoke out on issues that few stars in the spotlight dared to - never afraid to insist their message was just as important as the music. The sales came in the millions and critical acclaim besieged them...until De La Rocha left the band in 2000. Instead of attempting to replace the inimitable orator, Morello and Co. threw a curveball and hired ex-Soundgarden throat Chris Cornell to create a new band - Audioslave. Yet, there was always the genius of Rage Against The Machine in the background and in 2007 the band reformed with De La Rocha included. Millions have waited a long time to see the spectacle unfold once again.This is the story of how a Harvard graduate and a poetic activist welded together, along with several capable cohorts, to create a bastion of youth revival and change through the medium of their striking, innovative material; a glutton of musical riches which continues to amaze and inspire today.