How John Squire and the Stone Roses helped me embrace introversion

Ekonominin Sesi - International (English) · Oct 25, 2026 · 1m

In September 1991, I was having trouble adjusting to a boarding school in the Midlands, where self-assurance and flair appeared to be key. I had always been full of ideas, yet by the time I wanted to contribute, discussions had already moved on. Then I discovered the Stone Roses’ debut album from 1989. The band’s guitarist, John Squire, didn’t resemble the flashy rock figures I had assumed music was about. Through older copies of NME, I found out more about him: someone who was reserved, passionate, and enigmatic. His presence revealed that being quiet could still convey charisma…