Lizzy Goodman

About the Author

Lizzy Goodman is a renowned music journalist and author whose work captures the raw energy and cultural shifts of contemporary scenes. Best known for her immersive oral history Meet Me in the Bathroom: Rebirth and Rock and Roll in New York City 2001-2011, Goodman delves into the underground rock revival that redefined the city's nightlife in the post-9/11 era. Drawing from extensive interviews with key figures like the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, LCD Soundsystem, and Interpol, she paints a vivid portrait of creativity amid chaos. A former editor at publications such as Spin and New York magazine, Goodman brings a sharp, insider's perspective to her storytelling, blending personal anecdotes with broader societal insights. Her writing resonates with readers passionate about music's transformative power, establishing her as a vital voice in cultural nonfiction.