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Thomas Chatterton Williams
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Losing My Cool - Love, Literature, And A Black Man's Escape From The Crowd
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"A provocative, intellectual memoir" ( USA Today )-from a remarkable new literary voice.Growing up, Thomas Chatterton Williams knew he loved three things in his parents, literature, and the intoxicating hip-hop culture that surrounded him. For years, he managed to juggle two disparate lifestyles, "keeping it real" in his friends' eyes and studying for the SATs under his father's strict tutelage-until it all threatened to spin out of control. Written with remarkable candor and emotional depth, Losing My Cool portrays the allure and danger of hip-hop culture with the authority of a true fan who's lived through it all, while demonstrating the saving grace of literature and the power of the bond between father and son.
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If fashion and personal style intrigue you, then "It" by Alexa Chung is a window into the eclectic and fashionable mind of an influencer before that was even a term. Chung packs her book with personal anecdotes, style tips, and photos that not only offer fashion inspiration but also a candid peek into what makes her one of fashion's darlings. This book feels like catching up with a stylish friend.
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Lily Allen
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My Thoughts Exactly
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Lily Allen's "My Thoughts Exactly" appeals because it's raw and real. You'll find her personal journey through the highs and lows of fame both relatable and gripping. It's a stark, no-filter narrative that resonates with anyone who appreciates honesty about the complexities of modern life and self-discovery.
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Flea
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Acid For The Children - The Autobiography Of Flea, The Red Hot Chili Peppers Legend
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If you are a fan of the Red Hot Chili Peppers or just love music, this autobiography by Flea will give you an inside look at his personal and professional journey. The book is filled with raw emotion, humor, and insight into the life of one of the greatest bassists of all time.
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Duff McKagan, Chris Kornelis |
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How to Be a Man (And Other Illusions)
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If you're drawn to the mix of music, life lessons, and the raw reflections of someone who's lived a colorful life, Duff McKagan's 'How to Be a Man' could resonate with you. It's not just for fans of rock'n'roll; it's a candid look at the broader experiences that shape us, delivered with the charisma of a bassist who's seen the highs and lows of fame.
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David Yaffe
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Reckless Daughter : A Portrait of Joni Mitchell
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Recommended for fans of folk and emotional lyrics. The biography delves into Mitchell's inspirations and influences behind her timeless hits, highlighting her raw and emotional songwriting style that captivated a generation. It offers an intimate look into the life of a free-spirited artist whose music has left a lasting mark on American music.
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Sam Wasson
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Harper
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Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M. : Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's, and The Dawn of the Modern Woman
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Audrey Hepburn is an icon like no other, yet the image many of us have of Hepburn—dainty, immaculate—is anything but true to life. Here, for the first time, Sam Wasson presents the woman behind the little black dress that rocked the nation in 1961. With a colorful cast of characters including Truman Capote, Edith Head, Givenchy, “Moon River” composer Henry Mancini, and, of course, Hepburn herself, Wasson immerses us in the America of the early sixties before Woodstock and birth control, when a not-so-virginal girl by the name of Holly Golightly raised eyebrows across the country, changing fashion, film, and sex for good.
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Neil Patrick Harris
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Neil Patrick Harris : Choose Your Own Autobiography
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Tired of memoirs that only tell you what really happened?Sick of deeply personal accounts written in the first person? Seeking an exciting, interactive read that puts the “u” back in “aUtobiography”? Then look no further than Neil Patrick Harris: Choose Your Own Autobiography! In this revolutionary, Joycean experiment in light celebrity narrative, actor/personality/carbon-based life-form Neil Patrick Harris lets you, the reader, live his life. You will be born in New Mexico. You will get your big break at an acting camp. You will get into a bizarre confrontation outside a nightclub with actor Scott Caan. Even better, at each critical juncture of your life, you will choose how to proceed. You will decide whether to try out for Doogie Howser, M.D. You will decide whether to spend years struggling with your sexuality. You will decide what kind of caviar you want to eat on board Elton John’s yacht. Choose correctly and you’ll find fame, fortune, and true love. Choose incorrectly and you’ll find misery, heartbreak, and a hideous death by piranhas. All this, plus magic tricks, cocktail recipes, embarrassing pictures from your time as a child actor, and even a closing song. Yes, if you buy one book this year, congratulations on being above the American average, but make that book Neil Patrick Harris: Choose Your Own Autobiography!
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Allison Moorer
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Blood : A Memoir
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Blood by Allison Moorer is a captivating memoir that delves into the dark past of the author when she witnessed the murder-suicide of her parents. The author, an award-winning musician, beautifully narrates her life story through lyrical storytelling. She discusses how one can overcome shame, trauma, and find a safe haven in life. The memoir is vivid, intimate and life-affirming, written with an unbreakable bond of the two sisters who share their lives. The book's uniqueness lies in its honest and brave portrayal of the tragic incident and how it shaped her life. It's a must-read for anyone who loves memoirs of resilience.
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Pete Townshend
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Harper
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Who I Am : A Memoir
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Recommendation: This memoir by Pete Townshend takes readers on a revealing journey through the history of the iconic band, The Who. With raw honesty and intelligence, Townshend shares his personal stories, giving readers a glimpse into the world of rock 'n' roll rebellion. If you're a music enthusiast or a fan of The Who, this book is a must-read, allowing you to understand the origins and essence of one of the greatest rock bands of the twentieth century.
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Miriam Margolyes
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This Much is True
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This Much is True could be a good read for those who want to dive into the fascinating life of Miriam Margolyes, the BAFTA-winning actor. Filled with hilarious stories and a star-studded cast of characters, this memoir takes you on a journey through Miriam's mischievous antics, naughty school days, and encounters with Hollywood icons. Prepare to be entertained and delighted by this candid and vibrant account of a true treasure in the entertainment industry.
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Chuck Klosterman
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Scribner
Killing Yourself to Live : 85% of a True Story
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The pop culture author of Fargo Rock City and Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs recounts his more than 6,500-mile journey across America, during which he visited the sites of famous rock star deaths and experienced philosophical changes of perspective. 100,000 first printing.
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Patti Smith
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Bloomsbury
Just Kids : the National Book Award-winning memoir
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Just Kids is an immersive read that paints a vivid picture of the artistic revolution and counterculture movement in New York during the 60s and 70s. Patti Smith's writing is poignant and honest, bringing to life the eclectic characters and places that shaped her life and her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the creative process and the power of friendship to inspire and transform.
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James Fox, Keith Richards |
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Life
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This book is a must-read for any Rolling Stones fan or anyone interested in the true stories of rock legends. Keith Richards' honesty and fearlessness throughout the book is captivating. From the band's first fame to the notorious drug busts and even his own relationships and personal struggles, Richards doesn't hold back in sharing the ups and downs of his life. This autobiography is a journey through the history of rock and roll and Keith Richards' life in the crossfire hurricane of it all.
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Kurt Loder, Tina Turner |
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I, Tina : My Own Story
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The popular recording star recounts her modest beginnings, her rise to fame with Ike Turner, the heartaches of disappointment that led her to strike out on her own, and her sweep of the Grammy Awards in 1985
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Anthony Bozza, Slash |
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Slash: The Autobiography
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It seems excessive...but that doesn't mean it didn't happen. Saul "Slash" Hudson was born in Hampstead to a Jewish father, an album cover artist, and a black American mother of Nigerian descent, who created David Bowie's look in The Man Who Fell to Earth. He was raised in Stoke until he was 11, when he and his mother moved to LA. Frequent visitors to the house were David Bowie, Joni Mitchell, Ron Wood and Iggy Pop, . At this time Slash got into BMX bikes, and would eventually turn professional, winning won major awards and money, but at 15 his grandmother gave him his first guitar. Even though it had just one string he began teaching himself to play, and soon school was forgotten as he devoted up to 12 hours a day to honing his skills. Sessions with numerous local LA rock bands followed until a fateful meeting with singer W Axl Rose! and the rest was rock history. Guns and Roses spent two years building their reputation before Appetite for Destruction, their debut album, was unleashed on an unsuspecting Eighties audience.Chart success and global domination followed but with it came the inevitable fall: heavily addicted to heroin, booze and cigarettes, the strain of this and 18 months touring the Use your Illusion albums finally caused the world's greatest rock band to implode, and Slash had a major falling out with Axl Rose, a rift that to this day is as deep as ever.
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Michelle Zauner
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Crying in H Mart
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This heartfelt memoir by Michelle Zauner is a powerful exploration of identity, grief, and the enduring bond between a mother and daughter. Through her vivid storytelling, Zauner invites readers to journey with her as she navigates her Korean American heritage, relationships, and personal growth. With its intimate anecdotes and lyrical prose, Crying in H Mart resonates deeply, offering a captivating portrait of love, resilience, and the power of food to connect us to our roots. A must-read for anyone seeking a moving and authentic memoir that celebrates the complexities of family and culture.
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Dave Grohl
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The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music
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So, I've written a book.Having entertained the idea for years, and even offered a few questionable opportunities ("It's a piece of cake! Just do 4 hours of interviews, find someone else to write it, put your face on the cover, and voila!") I have decided to write these stories just as I have always done, in my own hand. The joy that I have felt from chronicling these tales is not unlike listening back to a song that I've recorded and can't wait to share with the world, or reading a primitive journal entry from a stained notebook, or even hearing my voice bounce between the Kiss posters on my wall as a child. This certainly doesn't mean that I'm quitting my day job, but it does give me a place to shed a little light on what it's like to be a kid from Springfield, Virginia, walking through life while living out the crazy dreams I had as young musician. From hitting the road with Scream at 18 years old, to my time in Nirvana and the Foo Fighters, jamming with Iggy Pop or playing at the Academy Awards or dancing with AC/DC and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, drumming for Tom Petty or meeting Sir Paul McCartney at Royal Albert Hall, bedtime stories with Joan Jett or a chance meeting with Little Richard, to flying halfway around the world for one epic night with my daughters…the list goes on. I look forward to focusing the lens through which I see these memories a little sharper for you with much excitement.
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Flea
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Acid For The Children - The Autobiography Of Flea, The Red Hot Chili Peppers Legend
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If you're a fan of the Red Hot Chili Peppers or simply interested in the life of a rock music legend, "Acid For The Children" is a must-read. Written by Flea, the bassist of the band, this autobiography takes you on a wild and emotional ride through his life. From his troubled childhood to his rise to fame, Flea's candid storytelling and raw honesty will leave you inspired and captivated. Get ready to be immersed in a world of music, rebellion, and self-discovery.
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With the Rolling Stones, Keith Richards created the riffs, the lyrics and the songs that roused the world. Over four decades he lived the original rock-and-roll life: taking the chances he wanted, speaking his mind and making it all work in a way that no one before him had ever done.Now, at last, the man himself tells us the story - and what a life.
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'Woolgathering' is a treasure for admirers of Patti Smith's blend of poetry and punk rock sensibility. It's a short read, but don't let that deceive you; every page is dense with resonant imagery and evocative prose. If you enjoy memoirs that transport you through vivid memories and deeply felt experiences, or if you're simply curious about the inner world of an iconic artist, this book's dreamlike journey is sure to captivate.
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Matt Thorne
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Agate
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Prince : The Man and His Music
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The newest, most updated book on Prince available todayFamously reticent and perennially controversial, Prince was one of the few music superstars who remained, largely, an enigma—even up to his premature death on April 21, 2016. A fixture of the pop canon, Prince is widely held to be the greatest musician of his generation and will undoubtedly remain an inspiring and singular talent.This meticulously researched biography is the most comprehensive work on Prince yet published. Unlike other Prince books, this one eschews speculation into the artist's highly guarded private life and instead focuses deep and sustained attention exactly where it should on his work. Acclaimed British novelist and critic Matt Thorne draws on years of research and dozens of interviews with Prince's intimate associates (many of whom have never spoken on record before) to examine every phase of the musician's 35-year career, including nearly every song—released and unreleased—that Prince has recorded. Originally released in the UK in 2012, this first US publication of Prince includes updated content detailing the artist's two 2014 albums, tour, 2015 Tidal release, and other career events.This astonishingly rich, almost encyclopedic biography is a must-have for any serious fan of Prince.
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Eldra Pearl Brod Solomon, Maynard Solomon |
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Beethoven
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Stuart Maconie
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Blur-3862-official History : The Official History of "Blur"
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The official story of the most significant British band of the 90s. Now updated with fresh interviews including insights into lead singer Damon's new act, Gorillaz, that is sweeping awards on both sides of the Atlantic. This is the story of bitter rows with record companies, farcical feuds with Oasis, fist fights with each other, struggles with the bottle, foundering romances and a love-hate relationship with America. Drawing on the hours of exclusive interviews he has done with the band since their early days, Stuart Maconie offers a gripping insight into this intense, hedonistic quartet. Updated with fresh interviews including insights into Damon's award-winning new act Gorillaz. The official story of Blur, told through exclusive interviews.
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Victoria Beckham
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Learning to Fly
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Since she was eight years old Victoria wanted to be a star. This autobiography covers her childhood, marriage and motherhood, the Spice Girls and her current career.
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Paul Trynka
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Iggy Pop : Open Up and Bleed
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This biography provides an in-depth understanding of Iggy Pop's life, particularly his struggles with addiction, mental health, and commercial success. It offers real-life stories from his friends and fellow musicians and portrays his huge influence on the music scene. The book also delves into his relationship with his friend and mentor David Bowie. This book is a fascinating psychological study of a Jekyll/Hyde personality.
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Toby Faber
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Pan
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Stradivarius : Five Violins, One Cello and a Genius
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This book is a must-read for music enthusiasts and lovers of craftsmanship. It explores the fascinating story of the highly coveted Stradivarius violins and cello and their creator's life, methods, and legacy. The book includes details about the history of the instruments and how they were passed down to some of the world's greatest musicians. It also delves into the darker side of the Stradivarius's mythos of forgery, shady dealers and the use of science in the quest to create a replica that rivals the original. Toby Faber's work is a delightful leitmotif for an original comedie humaine that any music lover can enjoy.
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Suzanne Finstad
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Crown
Child Bride : The Untold Story of Priscilla Beaulieu Presley
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"Child Bride" offers readers a glimpse into the controversial relationship between Elvis Presley and Priscilla Beaulieu Presley, focusing on the basis of their tumultuous and obsessive love affair. The book exposes the behind-the-scenes of the King of Rock and Roll and his child bride, detailing the rise to fame of Priscilla from her precocious teenage years to a shrewd multimillionaire businesswoman in control of Elvis Presley's empire. If you are interested in the intimate workings of the entertainment industry, this book is an excellent choice for you.
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Dolly Parton
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Harpercollins
Dolly : My Life and Other Unfinished Business
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Dolly Parton's autobiography is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration. Her straightforward and humorous writing style allows readers to delve into her life philosophy - the down-home way of living that brought her tremendous success. Readers will find solace in her journey and be motivated to embrace their unique self.
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Justin Bieber
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Justin Bieber - First Step 2 Forever
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Justin Bieber's First Step 2 Forever is an inspiring biography of the pop sensation's journey to stardom. It provides a never-before-seen glimpse into his life, filled with hundreds of pictures and details of his rise to fame. The book could be a good read for Beliebers who want to know more about their favorite pop star, as well as aspiring musicians who want to learn from his experiences and success.
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Justin Bieber
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Harpercollins
Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever : My Story
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His debut album has already gone platinum. His YouTube videos have received over 10 million hits. He's sung for the president of the United States. His screaming fans have stormed TV studios and shut down shopping malls. Justin Bieber is a global superstar and now, for the first time ever, he's going to tell all in his very own book. In this book, Justin tells the story of his amazing journey from small-town schoolboy to global superstar. Stunningly designed and jam packed full of exclusive unseen photos of Justin on and off stage, plus private captured moments, the awesome story of Justin's phenomenal rise to superstardom is a must-have for any true fan.
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Harold C. Schonberg
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The Lives Of The Great Composers : Third Edition
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This book would be a great fit for anyone with an interest in classical music and the lives of those who created it. The author provides a unique perspective by presenting these legendary composers as real people with relatable experiences. Its extensive coverage and rich detail would make it an excellent addition to any music lover's library.
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Lang Lang, David Ritz |
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Journey of a Thousand Miles - My Story
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If you're drawn to stories of dedication and sacrifice wrapped in the pursuit of artistic excellence, Lang Lang's narrative will resonate with you. It's not just for music lovers but for anyone who appreciates the complex relationship between ambition and familial bonds. This tale of perseverance will likely inspire you to consider the lengths you'd go to realize your dreams.
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Kent Zimmerman, Keith Zimmerman, John Lydon |
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Rotten: No Irish, No Blacks, No Dogs
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"I have no time for lies and fantasy, and neither should you. Enjoy or die..." -- John Lydon Punk has been romanticized and embalmed in various media. An English class revolt that became a worldwide fashion statement, punk's idols were the Sex Pistols, and its sneering hero was Johnny Rotten. Seventeen years later, John Lydon looks back at himself, the Sex Pistols, and the "no future" disaffection of the time. Much more than just a music book, Rotten is an oral history of angry, witty, honest, poignant, crackling with energy. Malcolm McLaren, Sid Vicious, Chrissie Hynde, Billy Idol, London and England in the late 1970s, the Pistols' creation and collapse...all are here, in perhaps the best book ever written about music and youth culture, by one of its most notorious figures.
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Kennedy
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The Kennedy Chronicles The Golden Age of MTV Through Rose-Colored Glasses
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If the '90s music scene was your jam, you'll find "The Kennedy Chronicles" a tantalizing time capsule. Kennedy provides candid backstage access, allowing you to relive the raw energy of MTV's heyday, peppered with juicy anecdotes and interviews with the era's icons. It's like catching up with an old friend who always had the wildest stories – except this friend also hung out with rock stars and celebrities.
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Ramblin' Man : The Life and Times of Woody Guthrie
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The life and career of the most recognized and beloved folk musician of the twentieth century are recalled here, with details of his hobo days as well as his marriage, his "subversive" activities, and his eventual death by Huntingdon's Disease.
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Georg Friedrich Händel
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Messiah English German Vocal
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John Peel, Sheila Ravenscroft |
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Margrave of the Marshes
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Despite the number of claims in publishers’ blurbs, not many people actually achieve the status of legend in their own lifetime. Fewer still actually deserve that status. John Peel is the exception which proves that rule, a Great Briton whose contribution to British culture is undeniable, without whom popular culture would never have become popular. Beloved by millions – whether for his unstinting championing of musical talent on Radio 1 or for his wildly popular Radio 4 show Home Truths – this is the astonishing book he began to write before his untimely death in October 2004, completed by the woman who knew him best, his wife Sheila. The first half of the book, written by John, describes with characteristic humour his early life, from child to man, including his school days and National Service. You can hear the unique Peel voice in every sentence – rarely, if ever, before has a voice been so successfully transferred to paper. The second section, written by Peel's wife and soulmate of many years, Sheila Ravenscroft, gives us an intimate portrait of the man and his music, and the highs and lows of everyday life at Peel Acres. The completion of this book has been a labour of love for John's family and their passion has paid off. It's every bit as extraordinary as the man himself and a fitting tribute to a bona fide legend.
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Pamela Des Barres
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Penguin
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Rock Bottom : Dark Moments in Music
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The best selling author of I'm With the Band, the classic groupie memoir, now writes from the relatively upright perspective of a magazine journalist. Pamela Des Barres recounts the classic tales of rock star overindulgence, and the book's own press material honestly bills it as a compendium of "horror stories." Rock Bottom contains something to offend just about anyone, but, strange to say, the book is actually quite readable as an appropriately skewed history of rock. Des Barres seems to have diligently done her research, talking to the principles of the mayhem, or, in many cases, to their survivors, and does deliver a series of pieces documenting some very dark corners of pop culture.
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M.T. Anderson, Kevin Hawkes |
Walker
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Handel Who Knew What He Liked
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If you have a penchant for classical music intertwined with a dash of humor, "Handel Who Knew What He Liked" will strike a chord. It's not just a recount of historical events—it's Handel's persistence and character leaping off pages that will invigorate any reader interested in the resilience and talent it takes to seduce kings and commoners alike with timeless music.
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Keith Richards, KEITH RICHARDS 'MICK JAGGER |
Phoenix
According to The Rolling Stones
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According to the Rolling Stones hews closely to the formula set in 2000 by the publication of The Beatles Anthology. Like its predecessor, it's a beautiful coffee-table tome with hundreds of gorgeous photographs--from childhood pictures of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards to concert shots from the 40 Licks Tour. The text is taken from recent interviews with the band's four latter-day members (Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood). Notably missing, however, is any contribution from former bassist Bill Wyman, who left the band in the early 90s and published his own history of the band in 2002, Rolling with the Stones. Where Wyman is an obsessive collector and diarist, the other Stones are more impressionistic in their memories, lending an approach to history as casual as the band's concerts are rigorously planned and staged. The first half of the Stones' story has plenty of high drama (tours through the segregated South, Brian Jones's death, Altamont), which no-one seems eager to reflect on deeply. (Watts is the only one even to mention Altamont.) The more recent years have seen a long string of ever-more successful tours and ever-less popular albums, interrupted only by Jagger and Richards' near divorce in the 80s, plus rehab stints for Watts and Wood. While The Beatles Anthologyoffered the surviving members' interpretations of their experiences at a distance of 30 or more years, the Stones are still living the tale they're trying to tell--and they aren't always the most self-aware narrators. Or generous: Wyman's three-decade tenure is given short shrift, but the book finds enough space for some unnecessary digs (Wyman has "tiny hands" we're told and an "almost effeminate" style of playing).To flesh out the band members' own recollections, the book also contains 13 essays from music-industry friends (Ahmet Ertegun, Marshall Chess), collaborators (Don Was), famous fans (Sheryl Crow, novelist Carl Hiaasen) and even the band's financial advisor for the past 33 years, Prince Rupert Lowenstein. Their views are sometimes fascinating (the unvarnished perspective of Crawdaddy Club owner Giorgio Gomelsky, the well-told stories of art bon vivant Christopher Gibbs), but just as often self-indulgent or sycophantic. Fans looking for an artfully designed volume of photos spanning the Stones' career won't be disappointed. Anyone seeking a comprehensive history of the band may want to wait for the band's definitive biography, which has been attempted many times but has yet to be written. --Keith Moerer
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Chris Chase, Jean-Claude Baker |
Cooper
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Josephine Baker : The Hungry Heart
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Based on twenty years of research and thousands of interviews, this authoritative biography of performer Josephine Baker (1906-1975) provides a candid look at her tempestuous life. Born into poverty in St. Louis, the uninhibited chorus girl became the sensation of Europe and the last century's first black sex symbol. A heroine of the French Resistance in World War II, she entranced figures as diverse as de Gaulle, Tito, Castro, Princess Grace, two popes, and Martin Luther King, Jr.Yet Josephine was also, as one critic put it, "a monster who made Joan Crawford look like the Virgin Mary." Jean-Claude Baker's book also reveals her outbursts that resulted in lasting feuds, her imperious treatment of family and entourage members, and her ambivalent attitudes concerning her ethnic background.Reconciling Josephine's many personas―Jazz-age icon, national hero of France, proponent of Civil Rights, mother of children from across the globe― Josephine: The Hungry Heart gives readers the inside story on a star unlike any other before or since.
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Glenn Kurtz
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Knopf
Practicing : A Musician's Return to Music
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The remarkable odyssey of a classical guitar prodigy who abandons his beloved instrument in defeat at the age of twenty-five, but comes back to it years later with a new kind of passion.With insight and humor, Glenn Kurtz takes us from his first lessons at a small Long Island guitar school at the age of eight, to a national television appearance backing jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie, to his acceptance at the elite New England Conservatory of Music. He makes bittersweet and vivid a young man’s struggle to forge an artist’s life—and to become the next Segovia. And we see him after graduation, pursuing a solo career in Vienna but realizing that he has neither the ego nor the talent required to succeed at the upper reaches of the world of classical guitar—and giving up the instrument, and his dream, entirely.Or so he thought. For, returning to the guitar, Kurtz weaves into the larger narrative the rich experience of a single practice session, demonstrating how practicing—the rigor, attention, and commitment it requires—becomes its own reward, an almost spiritual experience that redefines the meaning of “success.” Along the way, he traces the evolution of the guitar and reminds us why it has retained its singular popularity through the ages.Complete with a guide to selected musical recordings and methods, Practicing takes us on a revelatory, inspiring a love affair with music.
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Peter Ackroyd
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Nan
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Charlie Chaplin: A Brief Life
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If the magic of old Hollywood fascinates you and you're drawn to the enigmatic figures who shaped it, then Ackroyd’s concise biography of Charlie Chaplin is something you should consider. In the sea of extensive biographies, this one is a gem for delivering a potent narrative without overwhelming you with details, perfect for an authentic glimpse into the Little Tramp's world and beyond the silver screen.
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Aerosmith
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Virgin
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Walk This Way: The Autobiography Of Aerosmith
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Worn dust jacket has a short tears to the edges, page edges tanned. Orders received by 3pm Sent from the UK that weekday.
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Ricky Martin
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Celebra
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A highly recommended read for Ricky Martin's fans who wish to delve deeper into his life journey and understand how he grappled with fame, his sexuality, and identity, all while simultaneously making some of the most memorable music in pop culture history.
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Dan Kennedy
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Rock On - How I Tried To Stop Caring About Music And Learn To Love Corporate Rock
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Rock On offers a humorous take on the music industry through Dan Kennedy's experiences working for a major label. With cameos from various music icons, readers are taken on a journey that unveils the less glamorous side of the music business. Recommended for those interested in a lighthearted but insightful look into the workings of the corporate music world.
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Stig Bjorkman
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Woody Allen on Woody Allen
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If you find yourself captivated by the quirky, neurotic world of Woody Allen's movies, this book is like being invited to an intimate conversation with the man himself. It's for anyone looking to delve deeper into the mind behind the movies, understand his craft, and learn what drives his unique cinematic vision. You’ll find it especially revealing if you're interested in the backstory of his classics and his personal favorites.
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Nancy Harrison, John O'Brien, Yona Zeldis McDonough |
Grosset
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Who Was Louis Armstrong?
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Louis Armstrong was a pioneer of jazz music and this book captures his life and career in a simple and concise manner, making it easy for readers to understand and appreciate his contribution to music. This book would be a great read for anyone interested in jazz music, or for young adults looking for an inspiring biography to read.
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Lorna Luft
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Atria
Me and My Shadows : A Family Memoir
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The daughter of Judy Garland describes how it felt growing up in the shadows of her famous mother and half-sister, Liza Minnelli, as well as the painful experience she endured watching Garland succumb to her drug and alcohol dependence.