This web site is an attempt to catalogue the many songs, albums and musicians
mentioned in Ian Rankin's "Inspector Rebus" novels. From The Beatles to
The Blue Nile, Miles Davis to Mogwai.
On one level, reading a Rebus novel is a real musical journey, through both time (much of the music mentioned dates from the late 60s and early 70s) and place (Glasgow and Edinburgh bands abound).
On another level, the musical references serve to set the mood for both character and plot development. We learn a lot about Rebus through his record collection!
Anyway, sit back, turn up the stereo in your head and take a trip through the musical world of Rankin and Rebus ...
If I've made any errors or omissions, or you just want to drop me a line, please contact me.
Many thanks to Orion Publishing Group for letting me use the cover photos.
Oh, and the title of this site comes from an essay by Ian Rankin, which I think
appeared as the introduction to the "Early Years" omnibus.
Peter Johnston
Update
A new Rebus? The last Rebus? It's all too much... but I've managed to add Exit Music anyway.
PJ
September 2007