Bangs, Lester, 1948-1982

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Lester Bangs, born Leslie Conway, (1948-1982) was an American music journalist, author, and musician. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential rock critics from the late 1960s throughout the 1970s. Most known for his writings published in Creem and Rolling Stone magazines, he also wrote for The Village Voice, Penthouse, NME, and others. Bangs began freelancing with Creem in 1970, and moved to Detroit when he became the magazine's editor in 1971. He left Creem in 1976 and moved to New York City. His writing style was critical, conversational, boldly honest, and passionate about the music that he loved.

Lester Bangs collection, Michigan State University Libraries Special Collections

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referencedIn Ochs, Michael, 1943-. Michael Ochs Collection, 1948-1997, undated. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives
creatorOf Lester Bangs collection Michigan State University Archives & Historical Collections
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New York City NY US
Escondido CA US
El Cajon CA US
Detroit MI US
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Birth 1948-12-13

Death 1982-04-30

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