Paul Weller: Dancing Through the Fire

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Product details

  • ISBN 9781408721605
  • Weight: 547g
  • Dimensions: 126 x 196mm
  • Publication Date: 11 Jun 2026
  • Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
  • Publication City/Country: GB
  • Product Form: Paperback
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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

A ROUGH TRADE, RESIDENT, UNCUT, SHINDIG!, CLASH MAGAZINE AND TLS BOOK OF THE YEAR


Irish Examiner - Top 10 Music Book of 2025


Scottish Herald - Best Music Books of 2025


'This is as definitive an account of the artist as we have to date' MOJO


'It's a treasure trove of personal recollections, and the picture that emerges is of a band with an incredible connection to its fans that would be unimaginable today . . . Weller can't be tied down and won't sell out. Dancing Through the Fire offers a route to understand him, and the picture it presents is never less than surprising. We shouldn't have expected anything else' Daily Telegraph


'An amazing book about an amazing man and an amazing career, with beautiful, brilliant music' Paul Ross


'A compelling oral history that is entertaining, authoritative, and comprehensive... the closest thing yet to a Weller memoir' Ewin Hannan, The Australian


The groundbreaking oral history on one of the most legendary musicians of all time: Paul Weller.

Across musical history, certain artists have transcended their craft to become cultural icons, leaving an indelible mark on the world of sound and style. Paul Weller, the legendary British musician, singer and songwriter, stands among the select few whose influence spans generations. His enduring popularity, traversing the explosive energy of The Jam to the sophisticated sounds of The Style Council and a prolific solo career spanning over thirty years, underscores the timeless appeal of his work. Weller also holds a unique position in music history: he shares the rare distinction with Lennon and McCartney as one of the few artists to achieve Number 1 albums in five consecutive decades.

Dancing Through the Fire explores the fascinating narrative of Paul Weller's musical career, weaving together never-before-told stories, intimate insights and perspectives from the man himself and those who have been integral to his remarkable journey.

With unique access to his inner circle - including family, friends, bandmates, producers, and long-time collaborators - award-winning broadcaster and journalist Dan Jennings weaves together over 200 hours of exclusive conversations, allowing exclusive access to the man behind the music, including his unparalleled drive, creative struggles and personal triumphs that have shaped his iconic career and legacy.

Endlessly candid, insightful and definitive in its approach, Dancing Through the Fire captures the essence of Weller's musical evolution through the voices of those who know him best.


Sunday Times Bestseller 21/09/2025

Dan Jennings is a multi-award-winning content creator with over 30 years experience in the creative and production space at major networks such as the BBC, Bauer Media, Global Radio and Wavemaker. His broadcasting career started at BBC Bristol in 1992, As a producer, journalist and presenter, he went on to host news & entertainment shows across the schedule. In 2000, he joined Commercial Radio's largest network to host Breakfast Shows, live events and run the programming side of various radio stations. His career took a shift in 2009, as he joined Bauer Media to run project delivery and production These days, he thrives in the project space, working in Business Transformation at GroupM - the world's leading media investment company.

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