Living for Kicks – a Mods Graphic Novel
Living for Kicks – a Mods Graphic Novel by Jim McCarthy is published by Omnibus Press in 2016 and consists of 160 pages. This graphic novel presents the story of young Mod Spike Spellane as he navigates the vibrant yet gritty world of 1960s Soho, striving to gather enough funds to launch a record label. The narrative intertwines elements of early Sixties Mod culture, jazz venues, and historical events, culminating in the dramatic confrontations between Mods and Rockers along the southern coast of England.
Readers will find an engaging exploration of the era, featuring a mix of fictional storytelling and real-life figures such as Stevie Marriott and Christine Keeler. The graphic novel captures the dynamic atmosphere of 1960s Mod Britain, showcasing the influence of music and design within the context of the time. Through its vivid illustrations and compelling narrative, Living for Kicks offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in British cultural history.
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Living for Kicks is Omnibus’s first fictional graphic novel, the tale of young Mod Spike Spellane and his attempts to hustle enough money in sleazy 1960s Soho to start a record label. Combining early Sixties Mod culture, Soho jazz dives, the Keeler affair and real-life British gangsters, this engrossing story reaches its climax during the infamous battles between Mods and Rockers on the beaches of southern England. Although entirely fictional, real-life characters such as Stevie Marriott, Georgie Fame, Christine Keeler, Johnny Edgecombe, Lucky Gordon, Duffy Power, Ace Kefford and John McLoughlin are skillfully woven into a riveting story, one which expertly captures the energy and excitement of 1960s Mod Britain.
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