Walter Lure was—from the band's chaotic beginnings on New York's Lower East Side, through a now-legendary UK tour with the Sex Pistols and the Clash, and on to a yearlong stay in London—eyewitness and midwife to the birth of UK punk.

A biography of the legendary guitarist which covers his story from his early days in the New York Dolls through to the Heartbreakers and his controversial solo career which culminated in his premature death from a drug overdose at age 38.

Revised edition. This book details the life of Johnny Thunders, born John Anthony Genzale. Born in Queens, New York in July 1952, Johnny brought to the world his unique style as guitarist, song writer and fashion icon.

"The stories and anecdotes contained in this book are a strike against mortality, and a lasting testament to the inimitable spirit of Mr. Johnny Thunders, and stand as a worthy companion to the documentary.

Last Man Standing is both Walter Lure's memoir and a biography of Johnny Thunders through the eyes of Lure, the Heartbreakers' guitarist.Walter Lure is one of the original members of Johnny Thunders's Heartbreakers.

This portable book can even be used as a free-form planner (that you can use to plan your "accidental" celebrity run-ins). It has 120 lined pages and a cover that has an affirming fan message.

Here is the story of an often overlooked, one-of-a-kind rock 'n' roll musician and the historic times he lived in.

Nina Antonia discovered Johnny Thunders and the New York Dolls as a teenager and spent her formative years as a dedicated fan before starting work on this book in her twenties.

Heroin, Handguns, and Ham Sandwiches Jeremy Simmonds. Tuesday. 23. Johnny. Thunders. (John Anthony Genzale Jr–Leesburg, Florida, 15 July 1952) The New York Dolls Johnny Thunders & The Heartbreakers (Actress) (Various acts). 'The. rock. 'n'.