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The Conversation

Matt Johnson

In this compelling series of conversations, Matt Johnson--songwriter and founder of legendary band THE THE--sits down with BFI Executive Director Jason Wood to reflect on over four decades of fearless artistry. From the band's post-punk origins to their critically acclaimed 2024 album 'Ensoulment', Johnson shares candid insights into his life and music. Renowned for his raw emotional depth and razor-sharp socio-political commentary, Johnson offers a revealing self-portrait as someone who has never shied away from exploring life's darkest corners. Jason Wood is Executive Director of Public Programmes and Audiences at BFI. His other books include 100 American Independent Films, Nick Broomfield: Documenting Icons, The Faber Book of Mexican Cinema, 100 Road Movies and 100 American Independent Films

Book Details

  • Publisher: Omnibus Press
  • Publish Date: Mar 3rd, 2026
  • Pages: NA
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00lb
  • EAN: 9781915841650
  • Categories: Individual Composer & MusicianMusicGenres & Styles - Rock

About the Author

Johnson, Matt: - Matthew Johnson (born 15 August 1961) is an English singer-songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and only constant member of his band The The. He is also a film soundtrack composer (Cinéola), publisher (Fifty First State Press), [2] broadcaster (Radio Cineola), conservationist, and local activist
Wood, John: - Jason Wood is a British writer on film and cinema. He is currently Executive Director for Public Programmes and Audiences at the BF