George R. R. MartinFantasy · Fiction·b. 1948
The Armageddon Rag
Synopsis
Former underground journalist Sandy Blair is pulled back into his radical past when a rock promoter, who made millions with the '60s band the Nazgûl, is brutally murdered. As Sandy investigates, he uncovers a dark conspiracy involving the band's resurrection and a new, dangerous beat that threatens to unleash demonism and mind control. Sandy must confront his own history to stop an apocalyptic tune from consuming everything.
How it reads
Prose complexity 7/10
Content warnings (2)
ViolenceSubstance Abuse
Genres
Characters
Sandy BlairProtagonist
Nazg
ulAntagonist
Frequently asked questions
How does The Armageddon Rag connect to George R. R. Martin's other works?
This novel is a standalone work, distinct from his A Song of Ice and Fire series, and showcases his earlier exploration of rock and roll culture and supernatural elements, which is a departure from his later epic fantasy. It offers a glimpse into his versatility as a writer before he became widely known for Westeros.
Does The Armageddon Rag have a film adaptation?
The Armageddon Rag was optioned for a film adaptation shortly after its publication, with George R. R. Martin himself working on the screenplay. While the project went through various stages of development, a completed film was not released.
