Night People

How to Be a DJ in ‘90s New York City

There are people who enjoy a night out. And then there are night people—a different kind altogether, the ones who become their best selves once the sun dies down.

Mark Ronson was destined to be a nightperson. Brought up in a bohemian circle of actors and musicians, his childhood was chaotic and full of encounters with everyone from Robin Williams to Bruce Springsteen. A nice Jewish boy from a privileged background, it was perhaps unlikely that he'd find himself right in the mix of Manhattan's riotous club scene, hanging out with Biggie, Ol Dirty Bastard, Jay-Z and J-Lo. But despite always feeling like an outsider, Mark found his groove, DJing at legendary nights and eventually becoming pop's most influential hitmaker. Written with vibrancy and complete candour, this an insider account New York's naughty nineties, and beyond.

Featuring never-before-told stories, this is a vibrant and heartfelt memoir of a music icon.

About Mark Ronson

Mark Ronson is an internationally renowned DJ, OSCAR® Winner, and 9x GRAMMY-award winning producer and songwriter. Along with releasing five successful albums under his own name, Ronson’s resume includes production work for some of music’s biggest names, including Amy Winehouse, Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa, Adele, Paul McCartney, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga and more. Ronson has contributed to the soundtracks and scores of Barbie, A Star Is Born, Euphoria and more.
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  • Imprint: Penguin
  • ISBN: 9781804943045
  • Price: £16.00
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