Elán – Titzlová Marcela (2023)

A legend that perhaps everyone has heard of. A phenomenon that has influenced the Czech and Slovak music scene. Rebels, breaking myths and captivating masses with their music. The band Elán. Now, thanks to this visually rich publication, take a glimpse behind the scenes of their world. Step onto small stages and large arenas with them. Look into the magnificent Carnegie Hall in New York, where Elán enchanted fans from the USA and Canada. And stop by the monumental concert for one hundred thousand at Letná – experience the successes and glory of this successful band firsthand. Today, Elán celebrates its 55th anniversary, and its exciting story from early beginnings to the present is expertly mapped by the book's author, journalist Marcela Titzlová, who had the opportunity to witness many of the pivotal moments in the band's existence. You will find yourself on stage alongside Jožo Ráž and learn how he perceives the functioning of Elán and life itself. Step by step, you will uncover the history of Elán in the book, complemented by a wealth of rare photographs, newspaper clippings, handwritten song lyrics, and other interesting visual materials. This exceptional book will simply capture your heart. It also brings previously unpublished information from behind the scenes of the band's life...