This is a collection of columns originally written for The Observer Music Monthly magazine. The premise is that, back in the 1960s, there were clearly identifiable music tribes such as Mods and Rockers, but what are the tribes of today? Here Cox describes a wide range, from the Posh Hippy to The One Man Woman (in this case, Cliff Richard).

Whilst I have to say I didn't find this book laugh out loud funny, as an ardent music fan there were definitely moments where I winced with recognition as I saw elements of my own lifestyle being parodied.

I wouldn't align myself with any one of the profiles contained within, but then one probably ought to worry about oneself a little bit if one is exactly like any of these pen portraits. The profiles of those with wilder pasts such as Rave Mom certainly struck a chord, and I've met plenty of Audiophiles, iPod Twits and Old School Goths on my journey through life. I guess the closest is The Indie Kid, only about 20 years older.

Very entertaining and probable most suitable for if you need a book ideal for when you only have an odd few minutes here and there to read. ( )