Miles Salter on The Pretenders: A Dangerous Band

Miles Salter discusses his new book, A Dangerous Band: The Pretenders 1978 – 83, exploring the dark history of the band.

Miles Salter presents his book, A Dangerous Band: The Pretenders 1978 – 83, which details the story of the band's success, excess, and tragedy. The account focuses on the original lineup and the tragic deaths of guitarist James Honeyman Scott and bassist Pete Farndon. Salter's research covers the personal lives, conflicts, and rivalries behind the band's hits, including interactions with figures like Chrissie Hynde and John Lydon.