In a city that has had more than its fair share of musical heroes, who have achieved both national and international recognition, IAN MOSS remains a less well-known but steadfast figure in the Manchester musical underground. As one of the handful of people who were actually at the first Sex Pistols gig at the Lesser Free Trade Hall in Manchester in 1976, and the co-creator of the legendary band Hamsters, that John Peel described as being too “dark and dangerous” to appear on his show, Ian has often found himself at the cusp of key events in the evolution of music in the city. As the vocalist and lyricist of bands like Stepbrothers, Sicknurse, Kill Pretty, and currently, Four Candles, Ian has realised his own musical vision. But he has also created opportunities and spaces for other bands and artists as the founder and co-owner of the German Shepherd Record label which for the last five years has released unique and ground-breaking music to great critical acclaim. This book reflects a man who loves music and wants to share it. It also reflects the personality of someone who has spent his life championing music that most people don’t get to hear. In a world where access to music is easier than it has ever been, and where vast choices are available, Moss is uniquely positioned as a commentator on those things you might have missed.