The Rise and Rise of Chappell Roan: The Stories Behind the Songs, Tours, and Birth of an Icon -- Katherine St Asaph, Hardcover

Filled with lush photography and behind-the-scenes detail on Chappell Roan's entire career from a small-town singer to queer icon and music superstar, this is the definitive look at an era-defining artist.

Uncover the untold full story behind the songs, looks, and noteworthy live performances by Chappell Roan in this definitive guide. Covering everything from her raw demos to her dazzling recent albums and featuring exclusive insight into her debut Midwest Princess tour, this book offers an in-depth exploration of Chappell Roan's artistic evolution over the past ten years.

Complete with stunning images of her outfits, instruments, and mementos, the book delves into the origins, inspiration, and production of Chappell Roan's iconic look and sound. For fans and music enthusiasts alike, this is a comprehensive and inspiring portrait of an artist who fearlessly pushes boundaries and continues to shape the future of pop music.

Author: Katherine St Asaph, Hamza Jahanzeb
Publisher: Running Press Adult
Published: 09/16/2025
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9798894142029

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 06/16/2025

About the Author
Katherine St. Asaph is a music journalist and cultural critic living in NYC. Katherine's work blends sharp analytical depth with a distinct voice, offering readers fresh perspectives on both emerging and established artists. She has been a contributor to Pitchfork since 2012 and a pop music columnist for Stereogum since 2023, and her writing has also appeared in Spin, MTV Hive, and The Village Voice, where she covers everything from the evolution of pop trends to underground music movements.

Hamza Jahanzeb is a queer journalist, producer, and book publishing professional. As an arts and culture journalist, Hamza is a leading voice in criticism, he reviews West End and Broadway, television, film, and contemporary music, with his work quoted in outlets such as The New York Times, PinkNews, and The Guardian. He also produces events, most recently for the British Library and Jaipur Literature Festival. A dedicated advocate for inclusivity, he works as an Authenticity reader in his spare time. He lives, in Kew, England.