Simon Napier-Bell

About the Author

Simon Napier-Bell is a renowned British music manager, author, and journalist whose career spans over five decades in the vibrant world of rock and pop. From discovering and managing iconic acts like The Yardbirds, Marc Bolan, and Wham! to shaping the global success of bands such as Japan and Sigue Sigue Sputnik, Napier-Bell has been at the epicenter of the music industry's evolution. His writing draws from this insider perspective, offering candid, witty insights into the highs and lows of fame, fortune, and creative chaos. In his acclaimed memoir 'I'm Coming to Take You to Lunch,' he recounts his wild adventures in 1960s London and beyond, blending sharp observation with irreverent humor to illuminate the behind-the-scenes drama of rock stardom.