Paul Weller

Dancing Through the Fire: The Authorised Oral History

Dan Jennings, Paul Weller

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Constable
11 September 2025

Music: styles & genres; Rock & Pop music; Biography: arts & entertainment; Memoirs; Music industry

The groundbreaking oral history on one of the most legendary musicians of all time: Paul Weller.

Across musical history, certain artists have transcended their craft to become cultural icons, leaving an indelible mark on the world of sound and style. Paul Weller, the legendary British musician, singer and songwriter, stands among the select few whose influence spans generations. His enduring popularity, traversing the explosive energy of The Jam to the sophisticated sounds of The Style Council and a prolific solo career spanning over thirty years, underscores the timeless appeal of his work. Weller also holds a unique position in music history: he shares the rare distinction with Lennon and McCartney as one of the few artists to achieve Number 1 albums in five consecutive decades.

Dancing Through the Fire explores the fascinating narrative of Paul Weller's musical career, weaving together never-before-told stories, intimate insights and perspectives from the man himself and those who have been integral to his remarkable journey.

With unique access to his inner circle - including family, friends, bandmates, producers, and long-time collaborators - award-winning broadcaster and journalist Dan Jennings weaves together over 200 hours of exclusive conversations, allowing exclusive access to the man behind the music, including his unparalleled drive, creative struggles and personal triumphs that have shaped his iconic career and legacy.

Endlessly candid, insightful and definitive in its approach, Dancing Through the Fire captures the essence of Weller's musical evolution through the voices of those who know him best.

By: Dan Jennings
Contributions by: Paul Weller
Imprint: Constable
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 230mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 42mm
Weight: 900g
ISBN: 9781408721629
ISBN 10: 1408721627
Pages: 784
Publication Date: 11 September 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dan Jennings is a journalist, former radio presenter, and multi-award-winning content creator. His acclaimed Paul Weller Fan Podcast, Desperately Seeking Paul, debuted in December 2020, and featured 180 in-depth interviews, culminating in a two-hour conversation with Weller himself. The series' success led to Dan's involvement in the official marketing of Paul's seventeenth solo studio album, 66, and a nomination for Best Music Podcast at the 2024 Independent Podcast Awards. His first book Dancing Through the Fire is a unique oral history of the iconic musician, exploring his extraordinary life and work in a new light.