This Ain't Rock 'n' Roll - An Author's Talk with Daniel Rachel
Schedule
Thu Feb 12 2026 at 07:00 pm to 10:30 pm
UTC+00:00Location
ICMP | London, Queen's Park | London, EN
About this Event
An Evening with Daniel Rachel: This Ain’t Rock ’n’ Roll
Date & Time: 12th February, from 19:00 - Talk starting at 19:30
Venue: ICMP Queen’s Park Campus
What happens when music, rebellion, and history collide? Join us for a powerful and eye-opening evening with award-winning author and music historian Daniel Rachel, as he brings to life the ideas behind his acclaimed new book, This Ain’t Rock ’n’ Roll: Pop Music, The Swastika and the Third Reich.
From punk shock tactics to rock superstardom, Rachel explores why some of the world’s most influential artists have flirted with fascist imagery - and what that says about culture, provocation, and responsibility. In conversation with Miranda Sawyer this talk will unpack seven decades of pop and rock history, revealing uncomfortable truths and asking timely questions about art, memory, and the power of music to challenge - or distort - the past.
Whether you’re a music fan, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the stories behind the songs, this event promises a fascinating and thought-provoking evening.
On the Night:
- An engaging live talk from Daniel Rachel
- A lively audience Q&A
- Book signing opportunity (copies available to purchase)
Don’t miss this chance to hear one of Britain’s leading music writers discuss the hidden histories of popular music - and leave with a fresh perspective on the culture that shapes us.
Where is it happening?
ICMP | London, Queen's Park, 76-78 Salusbury Road, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 12.00
