LUCIFER RISING
A Book of Sin, Devil Worship and Rock’n’Roll
ISBN 10: 0 85965 378 1
ISBN 13: 978 0 85965 378 7
It’s only natural that rock’n’roll – ‘the devil’s music’ – and Satanism should be intimately linked. Lucifer Rising explores this unique cultural confluence. Divided into three parts, the book first traces the history of Satanism, from the birth of the Black Mass through the fashionable sinners of the Hellfire Club. The second section examines Satanism in the twentieth century, including Aleister Crowley, the formation of the Church of Satan, the Manson Family, and the rise of occult-influenced bands like Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. The book’s third part looks at the thrash metal and death metal scene and the neo-nazi element. Lavishly illustrated, the book also contains entertainingly cynical comment from Anton LaVey, in one of his last interviews.
‘Ghoulish but alluring . . . a gilt edged (oc)cult classic.’ – New Musical Express
‘(Gavin Baddeley is) a smart cookie.’ – Anton LaVey, founder of the Church of Satan
‘Fascinating and often shocking - but worth the entrance fee for the inclusion of the final interview with murdered metal legend Euronymous alone.’ – Melody Maker, Book of the Week
‘The ultimate guide to the influence of Satan in the world of rock music, and all manner of devilish culture . . .’ – Kerrang!
GOTH CHIC
A Connoisseur’s Guide to Dark Culture
ISBN 10: 0 85965 382 X
ISBN 13: 978 0 85965 382 4
Goth Chic is the first book to properly explore Gothic culture. Examining it from a pop and subcultural perspective, it looks at all facets of the culture including horror comics, fetish clubs, Goth rock superstars and vampire cultists. The book charts the most important, exciting and unusual works, figures and ideas in dark culture. Goth Chic is a peerless primer for novices and an incisive analysis that will challenge and compel even the most seasoned veteran of modern Gothic culture.
‘Goth Chic wallows in everything sumptuously heathenish and debauched in literature, art, fashion, cinema and music.’ – Lollipop
‘Baddeley is quickly becoming the patron saint of gothic journalism because of his humorous, sometimes ironic writing style, his thoroughness, and his obvious interest in the dark cultures. Goth Chic is well-written, highly informative, and currently the best introduction to gothic culture and style intended for a broad audience.’ – Journal of Popular Culture
‘Lavishly illustrated throughout, Goth Chic makes for an enthralling read . . . an essential book for anyone interested in Goth’s place in the history of dark culture!’ – Kaleidoscope
‘This hefty, 288-page tome is a picture-heavy compendium of Goth culture . . . Well-informed and wide-ranging, Goth Chic is a great introduction to the subculture.’ – Kerrang!
‘Goth Chic is a compelling and illuminating read, covering everything from Buffy and the Batcave to Smirnoff ads.’ – Metal Hammer