John Murray

[Naughtie's] real passion ... should easily entice anyone who reads about the works he praises to go and listen to them as soon as is practicable — Sunday Telegraph More…

Exactly 40 years after his death, acres have been written about Drake, but nothing authorised had come from the Drake estate. This gorgeous new book, co-compiled by his sister Gabrielle rectifies... — Sunday Times More…

An intriguing read for those who want to understand how their favourite bands are - or aren't, as the case may be - staying afloat in the streaming era — MOJO More…

Just as querulous, misanthropic, greedy, vain and fascinating as ever. One reads, one deplores - and reads on with vindictive delight — Sunday Telegraph More…

An unexpected romp through a festive slice of musical history, with Gant our thoroughly entertaining guide — BBC Music Magazine More…

Morton Jack's book honours its title: it is The Life, not just a death, a rich depiction of Drake's world and the way he moved through it . . . this book might be as close as anyone's going... — Sunday Times More…