Cognitive Dissident

Matt Johnson is an English singer-songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and only constant member of his band The The. He is also a film soundtrack composer, publisher, broadcaster, conservationist, and local activist. Matt is based in East London.Jason Wood is Executive Director of Public Programmes and Audiences at BFI (British Film Institute). His other books include 100 American Independent Films, Nick Broomfield: Documenting Icons, The Faber Book of Mexican Cinema, 100 Road Movies and 100 American Independent Films.

'From the first page, Cognitive Dissident drew me in with its warm, engaging and intimate view into the life of the thoughtful, self-taught visionary who has captured the hearts and minds of multiple generations through his deep passion for music, film and politics. I was completely captivated and enchanted by the rich and detailed stories from Matt's life which provided so much insight into the creativity and influences which shaped the incredibly talented artist who I have long admired'.-Cheryl Waters, KEXP'Powerful, engaging read'.-MOJO'A veritable saga, recounted with admirable humour and honesty.'-Record Collector'Matt Johnson will always be the intrepid London boy with a music soul & and the man of many worlds with a writer's heart'.-Johnny Marr'Matt Johnson is not only one of the greatest songwriters this septic isle has ever produced, but he's also an astute commentator and storyteller. I so enjoyed devouring this journey through Matt's intriguing past'.-Marc Riley, BBC'Matt Johnson was instrumental for me finding my voice as a writer'.-Trent Reznor'Cognitive Dissident is an evocative, often sad, but properly fascinating story'.-Bob Stanley, Saint Etienne