Description
THIS IS WHERE I LIVED
Book Summary
This book is a journey into the heart of the Benicàssim International Festival (FIB) through the eyes of someone who lived it from the inside, going from waiter to co-director. Joan Vich brings together a collection of stories that, with humor and honesty, portray the ins and outs of the organization, the eccentric characters, and the key moments that defined a festival that shaped an entire generation. Beyond the music, the author offers a reflection on the summer leisure model in Spain, job insecurity, and the social changes that have transformed the large-scale event industry.
What is it about?
Joan Vich, a music fan who started as a waiter in the early editions of the Benicàssim International Festival, narrates his rise to becoming a co-director of the event. Through independent chapters, the author shares anecdotes ranging from encounters with renowned artists to situations with outlandish attendees. The book not only reconstructs the history of the FIB, but also analyzes how this festival helped consolidate the model of summer festivals in Spain. Furthermore, it addresses topics such as job insecurity in event organization, work-life balance, and the need to rethink the social perception of those who work in care and cultural production.
Main themes
- History and evolution of the Benicàssim International Festival as a cultural and social phenomenon.
- The backstage of organizing large music festivals.
- Generational portrait of music lovers and summer leisure in Spain.
- Job insecurity and working conditions in the event industry.
- Reflection on work-life balance and sexual abuse against women in the festival environment.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at music fans who have lived the festival experience, especially those who know or have attended the FIB. It will also interest readers curious about the ins and outs of organizing large cultural events and those who enjoy personal stories and anecdotes with a social and labor background.
What this book offers
- A unique and privileged perspective on the evolution of one of Spain's most iconic festivals.
- Entertaining anecdotes and testimonies that show the less visible side of the music industry.
- An honest reflection on the labor and social challenges surrounding the organization of mass events.
- A generational portrait that connects with those who have made festivals an essential part of their leisure time.
Technical sheet
- Author: Joan Vich
- Publisher: Libros del K.O, S.L.L
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Music, Rock and Pop Music, Literary essays, Reportage and journalistic collections
- Collection: Various
- Publication date: May 2022
- Number of pages: 232
- Weight: 413 g
Editorial review
A sincere and intimate testimony that combines personal narrative with the chronicle of a mass cultural phenomenon. Joan Vich manages to convey a passion for music and festivals without hiding the shadows of the sector, offering an enjoyable but substantial read. Ideal for those looking for real stories behind the stage.