Paul Stenning
English author and writer
Born
June 12th, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English author, predominantly focused on writing about music and rock culture. Stenning has published several books exploring the lives and careers of various musicians, contributing to the understanding of the music industry. Works include biographies of prominent rock bands and artists, with a particular emphasis on their histories and influence. Research and interviews formed the backbone of many publications, garnering attention within music journalism.
Authored biographies of rock bands
Wrote extensively on music culture
Contributed to music journalism
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