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Jim Rodford Sideman: The Jim Rodford Story Paperback – July 31, 2021

by Mr Jim Rodford (Author), Mr Mike Southon (Editor)

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Jim Rodford played bass guitar and sang harmony vocals for many top acts from the 1960's onwards. He was known for his personal modesty and for his outstanding musicianship - a classic 'sideman'. This book tells his story, partly in his own words, partly in those of his family and those who made music with him.
"Jim was part of the engine of The Kinks. And he'll be greatly missed." - RAY DAVIES
"Jim's presence was immense. He had a great effect, both musically and personally, on just about everybody he came in contact with." - ROD ARGENT
"Jim was a wonderful bass player, equally at home in all music genres, and was also a very quick and accurate harmony singer. He had tremendous presence on stage and so was respected and revered around the world as a phenomenal performer and musician." - COLIN BLUNSTONE

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289 pages
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English
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July 31, 2021
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6 x 0.68 x 9 inches
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979-8543873090
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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09CG5RBZV
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (July 31, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 289 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8543873090
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.11 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.68 x 9 inches

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B. Riley

Jim Rodford was one of the hardest working and best musicians who ever lived.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 22, 2021

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I just finished the book about Jim Rodford's life. If you are a Kink's or Zombie's fan or a fan of the British Invasion then you'll probably love this book as much as I did. I met Jim once and he is one of the nicest people I've ever met. I went to shake his hand, but he kissed me on the cheek instead as he thanked me for coming to a concert The Zombies had performed the night before. The book is so full of information from all the Swinging London times. Jim had a remarkable memory!! I learned about his early life as well as every gig he ever played.

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Mike Southon

Fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of the UK’s most loved rock stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 17, 2021

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I was thrilled to be the editor on this book, bringing Jim Rodford’s story to life.

Jim was one of the most respected and best loved bass players in the world - his credits cover Argent, The Kinks, The Zombies and 100 other bands

For this project, I was able to interview many of his colleagues from the 60s in The Mike Cotton Sound.

Jim’s almost first gig with the band was in The Beatles Christmas Show of 1964, which also included The Yardbirds, Freddie and the Dreamers and Elkie Brooks. From his band members I heard tales of gigging seven days a week in an era before mobile phones or motorways - we will never see times like that again!

This is a beautifully printed book with many colour pictures, bringing to life Jim’s life and times, and is an essential read for lovers of good music

And if you were that person who fell through the roof during a 1980 Kinks gig in Seattle, please do get in touch - my details are in the book

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B. Olsen

A good read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on September 9, 2021

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This is a very nice little book about one of rock's great bass players and by all accounts a great guy. Jim Rodford was a man many will have heard without ever knowing who he was, playing both in name bands like Argent, The Kinks and The Zombies and dozens of lesser known groups. The book is based on Jim's own memoirs as well as tributes from colleagues and family. It may not be a literary masterpiece, but is eminently readable and in parts very interesting, I particulary enjoyed the part about his days with the Mike Cotton Sound. Recommended!

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Bill

First Hand Knowledge of Life in a series of name acts.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on September 22, 2021

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I got to know Jim well in the later years as he "guested" at Kinks Fan Club Shows for a number of years and had a short period full time with Kast off Kinks, always one of the hardest working live circuit musicians and the longest serving Bass player with the Kinks. This book mainly deals with Jims early life and various bands up to the late seventies, as unfortunately Jim passed away before he got any further with his transcript. Having said that this account of Jim's rock and roll life through the sixties and seventies, almost takes you into the dressing rooms! Jim was one of the "nice guys" and is reflected in his account of his career. Bill Orton OKFC.

Paul Humbley

The Incredible Story of One Mans Contribution to British Pop Music

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 16, 2021

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I was aware of Jim Rodford through his work with Argent in the early 70's. However until I read this magnificent memoir edited by Mike Southon. I was unaware of exactly how many bands he had connections with throughout his long career.
If you are a Zombies, Argent, Kinks, Beatles fan. Or have a general interest in the development of the British pop music scene from the late 50's onwards. You need to read this book.

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MR NIGEL D JONES

One of the best bass players in the world

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 23, 2021

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Half of the book is Jim's memoire as far as half-way through The Kinks. The rest is tributes, including a wonderful insight by his rhythm partner Bob Henrit.

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