A rich, insightful review of Not Given Lightly, Craig Robertson’s biography of Chris Knox — the provocative, brilliant heart of New Zealand’s Flying Nun scene. From punk icon to painter, Knox’s story captures the evolution of indie music, artistic integrity, and contradiction in a changing Aotearoa.
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Not Given Lightly: the mischief, spirit and struggle of Chris Knox
He’s one of Aotearoa’s most significant, complex cultural figures and Craig Robertson’s major new biography of Chris Knox is a long awaited portrait of a fierce artist. By Russell Brown.
9th October 2025