The true story of the confrontation-blighted but enduringly popular blues, rock and pop band, with detailed information from the band's close associates.

Pete Chrisp has worked as a writer and editor for newspapers, magazines and books since 1979. His first book, co-written with the musician Gerry McAvoy, was the highly acclaimed Riding Shotgun: 35 Years on the Road with Rory Gallagher and Nine Below Zero. He lives in Kent, England.