]. Tenement Kid: From the Streets of Glasgow to Drummer in Jesus and Mary Chain and Frontman in Primal Scream In the 1960s, Glasgow was a city filled with the sound of rock and roll music, and for Bobby Gillespie, it was a place where his passion for music was born. Growing up in a post-war tenement, he found solace in the sounds of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, and The Rolling Stones, and it was this infectious passion that would shape his future. As a drummer in Jesus and Mary Chain and frontman of Primal Scream, Gillespie's journey is one of resilience and determination, tracing the path from his working-class Glaswegian upbringing to the Second Summer of Love that defined the '80s and '90s. Part One: The Tenement Kid Gillespie's story begins in the tenements of Glasgow, where he grew up surrounded by the sounds of the streets. His early years were marked by the joy and wonder of rock 'n' roll, and it was this passion that drove him to pursue his dreams. With a fierce determination, he began playing drums and performing in local bands, honing his craft and developing his skills. This part of the book takes us through his formative years, showing how his love for music helped shape his identity and prepare him for the challenges ahead.

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