A Waterstones Book of the Year

'Glen Matlock - singer, songwriter, bassist, natural storyteller and a damn fine bloke. It is no surprise Triggers is a brilliant journey' DEBBIE HARRY

'A page turner filled with colourful, illuminating tales' MOJO

'The clearest view yet of punk' LOUDER THAN WAR

A fascinating new book charting the life and career of Sex Pistols legend Glen Matlock through the lens of his most formative songs - from the ones that influenced him as a child to the ones he wrote and played on as a star.

Sharing insider tales of the Sex Pistols' earliest gigs and stormiest reunions, as well as their most idiosyncratic inter-band dynamics, Triggers offers a vivid insight into the ultimate icons of punk. Yet, having performed and recorded with so many musical luminaries over the decades, Glen also reflects on his time with the likes of Iggy Pop, David Bowie, the Faces, Blondie, Primal Scream and many more.

This is the story of an outspoken, uncompromising man and remarkable, game-changing musician.

The story of Sex Pistols bassist Glen Matlock, as told in his own words via thirty songs.

About the Author

Glen Matlock is the legendary former bass player and songwriter in the Sex Pistols. He is credited with co-writing ten of the twelve tracks on their sole studio album, Never Mind the Bollocks. He left the band in 1977 and formed the Rich Kids with Midge Ure, enjoying chart success with their 1978 'Rich Kids' single.

Matlock has been involved in all three subsequent Sex Pistols reunions tours, the last of which took place in 2007 before relations with singer John Lydon once again broke down.

In 2023, Matlock will release his sixth solo album, Consequences Coming, and joins Blondie on their forthcoming album and tour.

Reviews
'A page turner filled with colourful, illuminating tales.' * 4 stars, Mojo *
'Glen Matlock - singer, songwriter, bassist, natural storyteller and a damn fine bloke. It is no surprise Triggers is a brilliant journey.' -- Debbie Harry
'The book is filled with lovely musical details.' * Daily Telegraph *
'The clearest view yet of punk, '70s Britain and the maelstrom of the Pistols. By a man who was there, front and centre to it all.' * Louder Than War *
'Triggers is an illuminating and irreverent read.' * Irish Independent *
'An engaging narration. The [Pistols] are revisited here with renewed objectivity and candour. Entertaining proof that the good guys don't always finish last.' * four stars, Record Collector *



Book Information
ISBN 9781788709446
Author Glen Matlock
Format Hardback
Page Count 336
Imprint Nine Eight Books
Publisher Bonnier Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 555g
Dimensions(mm) 240mm * 162mm * 32mm