Wham! George & Me

By: Andrew Ridgeley

Narrated by: Andrew Ridgeley

Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

For the first time, Andrew Ridgeley - one-half of one of the most famous bands in the world - tells the inside story of Wham!, his lifelong friendship with George Michael and the formation of a band that changed the shape of the music scene in the early '80s.

In 1975 Andrew took a shy new boy at school under his wing. They instantly hit it off, and their boyhood escapades at Bushy Meads School built a bond that was never broken. The duo found themselves riding an astonishing roller coaster of success, taking them all over the world. They made and broke iconic records, they were treated like gods but they stayed true to their friendship and ultimately to themselves. It was a party that seemed as if it would never end. And then it did, in front of tens of thousands of tearful fans at Wembley Stadium in 1986.

Andrew's memoir covers in wonderful detail those years, up until that last iconic concert: the scrapes, the laughs, the relationships, the good and the bad. It's a unique and one-and-only time to remember that era, that band and those boys.

©2019 Andrew Ridgeley (P)2019 Penguin Audio

Well Worth the Read/Listen

Absolutely awesome book. Wham and George Michael have had a spot on my playlist since I was barely able to speak, and George remains my favorite artist. It was great to hear the backstory and inner-workings of the band, as well as Andrew's thoughts and memories. The book is not short at all, but it's so interesting and easy to listen to that I couldn't help but wish there was more as it wrapped. Thank you, Andrew for offering this to the world.

Thanks Andrew

really enjoyed hearing about how y'all got to know each other and George's early life and your Wham days it was wonderful thank you

wham, bam thank you ma'am!

George and Andrew were on posters on my wall growing up. so this was a fun look into how they became famous. Andrew never betrayed George's trust even in writing this- no salty drama here. just 2 grateful guys happy to have a band. it was so sad as he learned of his friends death on Christmas. I really enjoyed this book!

Smashing!

This was a wonderful and heart felt book. I enjoyed every moment. Andrew’s narration brought the happiness and sadness that could only come from him and not another narrator. It’s a must listen!

WHAM! George and Me

Great story! Glad there wasn’t a lot of focus on George’s passing- Andrew said what he needed to say about it & that’s all that was needed. Wished Andrew had talked/written more about what George would recall several times- the girls he would swipe from him! Would of been fun hearing about that.

But a fabulous book Andrew! Well written!
xoxo

From the man who knew George Best..

This is one story that Wham Fans need to hear... Even though Andrew went on to work to help the Earth... He was a friend and co player in the super group Wham! Here is Andrew talking about his career with George Michael... The audio book brings the story into a heartwarming and yet heartbreaking focus... This book needs to be heard and he was so much more then a side man to George Michael.... Told with love and respect....

Love this narration and the story

I am already a huge George Michael fan, Andrew Ridgeley did a fantastic job writing this book. He is wonderfully talented and witty and funny. I enjoyed every second of hearing him narrate his book. I am so glad he decided to write it and I hope its very profitable. I have heard some early reviews of his written version and it is very well recieved by WHAM! fans!! This gives us a much better look at George and his personal life, but without being too open about his private life. I am also so glad that Andrew beat a certain "boyfriend" (and i use that term loosely) to the punch on the book writing. Great Job Andy!!

Reliving the good ol 80s

I grew up with Wham.. we had our local Pick Of The Week top 6 with Wake me Up and Careless Whispers hitting no1 in Penang. Great memories..
Thank you to Andrew for this memoir.

I loved hearing Wham’s story

Childhood friends become worldwide stars.
Fascinating and touching. Andrew’s voice is so soothing. Sweet and heartfelt.

Love this!

Great History of Wham!, George Michael, and Andrew Ridgeley. I would recommend for all Wham! fans.