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Post by Ken on Mar 12, 2007 17:07:53 GMT -5
I own several and have also occasionally borrowed them from the library. Here are a few  The Doors: No One Here Gets Out Alive - Jerry Hopkins and Danny Sugarman - I had the book with me while I was staying at my cousins while we were on summer vacation in the early 80's. My aunt saw the book in my cousins room and at first glance (because of the title , she thought it was a horror novel) LOL!  Riders On The Storm - John Densmore The Beatles - I have MANY books about The Fabs in my collection, so i'll just list a few: The Beatles Forever - Nicholas Shaffner The Beatles' Shadow - Stuart Sutcliffe and his lonely hearts club - Pauline Sutcliffe and Douglas Thompson Apple To The Core - Peter McCabe & Robert D Schonfeld The Love You Make - Steve Gaines and Pete Brown Lennon and Me - Pete Shotton I Me Mine - George Harrison Loving John - The Untold Story - May Pang & Henry Edwards All You Need is Ears - George Martin Shout! - Philip Norman Badfinger - Without You - The Tragic Story Of Badfinger - Dan Matovina The Mamas & The Papas: Papa John - An Autobiography - John Philips and John Jerome California Dreamin - The True Story Of The Mamas & The Papas - Michelle Philips Long Time Gone - David Crosby & Carl Gottlieb Fleetwood - My Life and Adventures In Fleetwood Mac - Mick Fleetwood With Stephen Davis I'm a Believer - Mickey Dolenz and Mark Bego Abba - The Ultimate Supergroup - Marianne Lindvall - I bought this in the late 70's. KISS: KISS and Make Up - Gene Simmons KISS: Behind The Mask - David Leaf & Ken Sharp KISS and Sell - The Making Of a Supergroup - C.K. Lendt The Beach Boys Heroes and Villians - Steve Gaines Brian Wilson - ? - I can't recall the title of the book. Dawn, Pete or Adam I'm sure could help me with it. I recall that it was released in the late 80's / early 90's . I remember reading a review in Rolling Stone about it, then borrowing a copy from my library. Originally Brian was supposed to have written it or possibly part of it (?) but there was some question about wether he really did or not. I remember hearing that at the time. Jimi Hendrix - 'Scuse Me While I Kiss The Sky - David Henderson |
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Post by Pete70s on Mar 12, 2007 19:39:09 GMT -5
Way too many to list... Here's a few I own, though:
Beach Boys related:
Brian Wilson-Wouldn't It Be Nice (This is the book you are talking about, Ken)
SMiLE-The Story Of Brian Wilson's Lost Masterpiece (Just got it for Christmas and it was a GREAT read!)
Heroes and Villains
Dennis Wilson-The Real Beach Boy
The Nearest Faraway Place
How Deep Is The Ocean?
Back To The Beach
Look! Listen! Vibrate! Smile!
Beach Boys Album Guide
Others:
Paul McCartney-Blackbird
The Complete Beatles Recording Sessions
He's A Rebel: The Phil Spector story
Before I Get Old: The Story of The Who
No One Here Gets Out Alive
Kiss: Behind The Mask
Elvis, My Brother
The Ultimate Biography of The Bee Gees
The Real Frank Zappa Book
Magic Carpet Ride (John Kay)
Three Dog Nightmare (Chuck Negron)
Queen: As It Began
The Final Days of Michael Hutchience
I've read but don't own:
Shout!
Down At The End of Lonely Street
Papa John
I Me Mine
Numorous books about The Beatles whose titles escape me...
I'm A Believer (Micky Dolenz)
(If I can think of any others I'll add them...)
My all-time favorite Beatles book is one called "The Beatles on Record", which I got in seventh grade, and (although it's pretty beat up) I still have.
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Post by Dawn on Mar 12, 2007 22:24:24 GMT -5
Excellent post topic, Ken!
Some of the ones from my collection:
Beatles:
The Beatles Forever - Nicholas Schaffner: This was the first Beatles-related book I owned, and is still one of my favorites.
The Love You Make - Peter Brown/Steven Gaines: This is a bit dishy, but an excellent read.
Lennon - Ray Coleman: One of the best books on John I've come across. I first checked it out of the library around 1990, and then got a copy for Christmas a few years later.
Blackbird - The Life and Times of Paul McCartney - Geoffrey Giuliano: The first McCartney biography I owned, also a Christmas gift. Unfortunately, this is probably the worst rock bio I've ever read. Guiliano's research is sketchy, and half the book is spent talking about Denny and Jo-Jo Laine. I was very disappointed with it.
A Twist of Lennon - Cynthia Lennon: Very good read, with some nice drawings by Cynthia as well. I haven't read her latest book, but have heard it is quite good.
Beach Boys:
The Beach Boys and the California Myth - David Leaf: My favorite of the books available on them. I have a paperback copy of the 1978 edition, and the 1985 hardcover updated version. Lots of great rare pictures.
Dennis Wilson - The Real Beach Boy - Jon Stebbins: Another very well-written book. Jon has written a book on David Marks that's supposed to be released in the US in the summer.
Catch A Wave - Peter Ames Carlin: This is a biography of Brian, released this past summer. I definitely recommend it. Peter did a signing at a bookstore in West Hollywood, and Mark and I got to chat with him a bit and he signed a copy of the book for us with a personalized message.
The Carpenters - Ray Coleman: Very well-written look at the lives of Karen and Richard. This was also a Christmas gift, but I first checked out a copy from the library.
Papa John - John Phillips: I bought this for Mark for Christmas 1987, but ended up enjoying it quite a bit as well. Unfortunately the center picture section is falling apart in our copy, so we need to find another one.
Get to the Heart - Barbara Mandrell: I'm a big Barbara fan, so I had to have this (and also The Mandrell Family Album, written by sister Louise). Very inspirational and an enjoyable read.
The Ultimate Biography of the Bee Gees: I asked for this as a birthday gift after someone here on the Click - I think it was Pete - recommended it. Very thick book, but it has lots of great insights about the group and Andy I haven't come across anywhere else.
Rock Wives - I forget the author's name, but I checked it out from the library about 2 years ago. It's a collection of profiles of the wives of rock stars. I got it primarily because there was a section with Marilyn Wilson, Brian's former wife, but there were other very interesting parts, especially Myra Lewis' story (Jerry Lee's ex.)
Dreamgirls/Supreme Faith - Mary Wilson: Dreamgirls is the better of the two, as it deals more with their '60s heyday, but both are enjoyable.
I still haven't read the Badfinger and the Chuck Negron titles, but definitely want to get copies of both, as I've heard really good things about them.
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Post by Ken on Mar 13, 2007 15:37:41 GMT -5
Way too many to list... Here's a few I own, though: Beach Boys related:Brian Wilson-Wouldn't It Be Nice (This is the book you are talking about, Ken) SMiLE-The Story Of Brian Wilson's Lost Masterpiece (Just got it for Christmas and it was a GREAT read!) Heroes and Villains Dennis Wilson-The Real Beach Boy The Nearest Faraway Place How Deep Is The Ocean? Back To The Beach Look! Listen! Vibrate! Smile! Beach Boys Album Guide Others: Paul McCartney-Blackbird The Complete Beatles Recording Sessions He's A Rebel: The Phil Spector story Before I Get Old: The Story of The Who No One Here Gets Out Alive Kiss: Behind The Mask Elvis, My Brother The Ultimate Biography of The Bee Gees The Real Frank Zappa Book Magic Carpet Ride (John Kay) Three Dog Nightmare (Chuck Negron) Queen: As It Began The Final Days of Michael Hutchience I've read but don't own: Shout! Down At The End of Lonely Street Papa John I Me Mine Numorous books about The Beatles whose titles escape me... I'm A Believer (Micky Dolenz) (If I can think of any others I'll add them...) My all-time favorite Beatles book is one called "The Beatles on Record", which I got in seventh grade, and (although it's pretty beat up) I still have. Brian Wilson-Wouldn't It Be Nice (This is the book you are talking about, Ken) Thanks, Pete I remember seeing Chuck Negron on Geraldo Rivera's talk show discussing his book. |
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Post by Ken on Mar 13, 2007 15:39:59 GMT -5
Excellent post topic, Ken! Some of the ones from my collection: Beatles: The Beatles Forever - Nicholas Schaffner: This was the first Beatles-related book I owned, and is still one of my favorites. The Love You Make - Peter Brown/Steven Gaines: This is a bit dishy, but an excellent read. Lennon - Ray Coleman: One of the best books on John I've come across. I first checked it out of the library around 1990, and then got a copy for Christmas a few years later. Blackbird - The Life and Times of Paul McCartney - Geoffrey Giuliano: The first McCartney biography I owned, also a Christmas gift. Unfortunately, this is probably the worst rock bio I've ever read. Guiliano's research is sketchy, and half the book is spent talking about Denny and Jo-Jo Laine. I was very disappointed with it. A Twist of Lennon - Cynthia Lennon: Very good read, with some nice drawings by Cynthia as well. I haven't read her latest book, but have heard it is quite good. Beach Boys: The Beach Boys and the California Myth - David Leaf: My favorite of the books available on them. I have a paperback copy of the 1978 edition, and the 1985 hardcover updated version. Lots of great rare pictures. Dennis Wilson - The Real Beach Boy - Jon Stebbins: Another very well-written book. Jon has written a book on David Marks that's supposed to be released in the US in the summer. Catch A Wave - Peter Ames Carlin: This is a biography of Brian, released this past summer. I definitely recommend it. Peter did a signing at a bookstore in West Hollywood, and Mark and I got to chat with him a bit and he signed a copy of the book for us with a personalized message. The Carpenters - Ray Coleman: Very well-written look at the lives of Karen and Richard. This was also a Christmas gift, but I first checked out a copy from the library. Papa John - John Phillips: I bought this for Mark for Christmas 1987, but ended up enjoying it quite a bit as well. Unfortunately the center picture section is falling apart in our copy, so we need to find another one. Get to the Heart - Barbara Mandrell: I'm a big Barbara fan, so I had to have this (and also The Mandrell Family Album, written by sister Louise). Very inspirational and an enjoyable read. The Ultimate Biography of the Bee Gees: I asked for this as a birthday gift after someone here on the Click - I think it was Pete - recommended it. Very thick book, but it has lots of great insights about the group and Andy I haven't come across anywhere else. Rock Wives - I forget the author's name, but I checked it out from the library about 2 years ago. It's a collection of profiles of the wives of rock stars. I got it primarily because there was a section with Marilyn Wilson, Brian's former wife, but there were other very interesting parts, especially Myra Lewis' story (Jerry Lee's ex.) Dreamgirls/Supreme Faith - Mary Wilson: Dreamgirls is the better of the two, as it deals more with their '60s heyday, but both are enjoyable. I still haven't read the Badfinger and the Chuck Negron titles, but definitely want to get copies of both, as I've heard really good things about them. Hi Dawn The Beatles Forever was the first Beatles book I bought myself - I remember saving up my allowance. |
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Post by kathyb on Mar 27, 2007 10:34:10 GMT -5
I've got quite a few music biographies in my collection. Most I've read, but there's a few I never got around to reading. Here's my list, in no particular order: The Truth Is...My Life in Love and Music by Melissa Etheridge--Got this as a Christmas present one year. Good read, although Melissa needs to write a follow up, since she's had so much happen to her since 2001, when this was written. Melissa Etheridge: Our Little Secret by Joyce Luck--Bought this at a bookstore about 10 years ago. Linda Ronstadt: It's So Easy by Mark Bego--Haven't read this in a long time. The Linda Ronstadt Scrapbook by Mary Ellen Moore--This is copyright 1978. I think I've had it since then, and it looks it! LOL! Very beat up. Amy Grant by Bob Millard--Another book I've had forever. It's also pretty beat up. LOL! Going Down with Janis by Peggy Caserta--It's been awhile since I've read this, but it's a very good book. Lenny, Janis and Jimi by Gary Carey--Kind of a "tell all" about these three people. It's ok, but not great. No One Here Gets Out Alive by Jerry Hopkins and Danny Sugarman--I've had this for a long time, but don't think I ever read it. Get Hot or Go Home by Lisa Rebecca Gubernick--a biography of Trisha Yearwood. Somebody to Love? by Grace Slick--Excellent book. Fascinating read. Alanis Morissette by Jon Ewing--This is one of those pocket sized books. Not much information in it, but it's ok for what it is. John Denver by David Dachs, and John Denver by James M. Martin--Two paperbacks I've had since probably high school. Well worn. LOL! I'm With the Band: Confessions of a Groupie, and Take Another Little Piece of My Heart by Pamela Des Barres--I like both of these books a lot. Very interesting. And I Don't Want to Live This Life by Deborah Spungen--Deborah wrote this about her daughter Nancy Spungen, and Sex Pistol Sid Vicious. Excellent read. This book really moved me. Backstage Passes by Angela Bowie--Never read this one, but it sounds good, so I may have to start it soon. LOL! Get to the Heart: My Story by Barbara Mandrell--Read this a long time ago, and it's very inspiring. The Mandrell Family Album by Louise Mandrell and Ace Collins--I'm a fan of Barbara and the Mandrells, and this is a pretty good read. Bette Midler by Rob Baker, and Bette Midler: Outrageously Divine by Mark Bego--I've had both of these books for an eternity. Neither one of 'em have very many pages, so they're quick reads. I Tina by Tina Turner with Kurt Loder--Excellent book. Tina's led a fascinating life. The Judds by Bob Millard--Another bio that's just "ok". Kinda like reading a tabloid. LOL! Coming Home to Myself by Wynonna Judd--I started reading this a few months ago, and kinda got away from it. My plan is to get back to it soon, cuz it's pretty interesting, and I'd like to finish it. LOL! I know I've read plenty of other music bios, but this is just a sampling. |
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Post by Ken on Apr 1, 2007 21:23:17 GMT -5
I've got quite a few music biographies in my collection. Most I've read, but there's a few I never got around to reading. Here's my list, in no particular order: The Truth Is...My Life in Love and Music by Melissa Etheridge--Got this as a Christmas present one year. Good read, although Melissa needs to write a follow up, since she's had so much happen to her since 2001, when this was written. Melissa Etheridge: Our Little Secret by Joyce Luck--Bought this at a bookstore about 10 years ago. Linda Ronstadt: It's So Easy by Mark Bego--Haven't read this in a long time. The Linda Ronstadt Scrapbook by Mary Ellen Moore--This is copyright 1978. I think I've had it since then, and it looks it! LOL! Very beat up. Amy Grant by Bob Millard--Another book I've had forever. It's also pretty beat up. LOL! Going Down with Janis by Peggy Caserta--It's been awhile since I've read this, but it's a very good book. Lenny, Janis and Jimi by Gary Carey--Kind of a "tell all" about these three people. It's ok, but not great. No One Here Gets Out Alive by Jerry Hopkins and Danny Sugarman--I've had this for a long time, but don't think I ever read it. Get Hot or Go Home by Lisa Rebecca Gubernick--a biography of Trisha Yearwood. Somebody to Love? by Grace Slick--Excellent book. Fascinating read. Alanis Morissette by Jon Ewing--This is one of those pocket sized books. Not much information in it, but it's ok for what it is. John Denver by David Dachs, and John Denver by James M. Martin--Two paperbacks I've had since probably high school. Well worn. LOL! I'm With the Band: Confessions of a Groupie, and Take Another Little Piece of My Heart by Pamela Des Barres--I like both of these books a lot. Very interesting. And I Don't Want to Live This Life by Deborah Spungen--Deborah wrote this about her daughter Nancy Spungen, and Sex Pistol Sid Vicious. Excellent read. This book really moved me. Backstage Passes by Angela Bowie--Never read this one, but it sounds good, so I may have to start it soon. LOL! Get to the Heart: My Story by Barbara Mandrell--Read this a long time ago, and it's very inspiring. The Mandrell Family Album by Louise Mandrell and Ace Collins--I'm a fan of Barbara and the Mandrells, and this is a pretty good read. Bette Midler by Rob Baker, and Bette Midler: Outrageously Divine by Mark Bego--I've had both of these books for an eternity. Neither one of 'em have very many pages, so they're quick reads. I Tina by Tina Turner with Kurt Loder--Excellent book. Tina's led a fascinating life. The Judds by Bob Millard--Another bio that's just "ok". Kinda like reading a tabloid. LOL! Coming Home to Myself by Wynonna Judd--I started reading this a few months ago, and kinda got away from it. My plan is to get back to it soon, cuz it's pretty interesting, and I'd like to finish it. LOL! I know I've read plenty of other music bios, but this is just a sampling. Hi Kathy I've read I'm With The Band as well - I found a copy of the book at the library -I agree a very good book. Her other book I've never read but recall flipping through it at the bookstore. And I Don't Want To Live This Life - Deborah Spungen - My Mom bought a copy of this after seeing Deborah's appearance on The Donahue Show. After she was done reading it, she asked if I would like to read it. It was an excellent book |
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Post by Ken on Apr 1, 2007 21:36:41 GMT -5
Excellent post topic, Ken! Some of the ones from my collection: Beatles: The Beatles Forever - Nicholas Schaffner: This was the first Beatles-related book I owned, and is still one of my favorites. The Love You Make - Peter Brown/Steven Gaines: This is a bit dishy, but an excellent read. Lennon - Ray Coleman: One of the best books on John I've come across. I first checked it out of the library around 1990, and then got a copy for Christmas a few years later. Blackbird - The Life and Times of Paul McCartney - Geoffrey Giuliano: The first McCartney biography I owned, also a Christmas gift. Unfortunately, this is probably the worst rock bio I've ever read. Guiliano's research is sketchy, and half the book is spent talking about Denny and Jo-Jo Laine. I was very disappointed with it. A Twist of Lennon - Cynthia Lennon: Very good read, with some nice drawings by Cynthia as well. I haven't read her latest book, but have heard it is quite good. Beach Boys: The Beach Boys and the California Myth - David Leaf: My favorite of the books available on them. I have a paperback copy of the 1978 edition, and the 1985 hardcover updated version. Lots of great rare pictures. Dennis Wilson - The Real Beach Boy - Jon Stebbins: Another very well-written book. Jon has written a book on David Marks that's supposed to be released in the US in the summer. Catch A Wave - Peter Ames Carlin: This is a biography of Brian, released this past summer. I definitely recommend it. Peter did a signing at a bookstore in West Hollywood, and Mark and I got to chat with him a bit and he signed a copy of the book for us with a personalized message. The Carpenters - Ray Coleman: Very well-written look at the lives of Karen and Richard. This was also a Christmas gift, but I first checked out a copy from the library. Papa John - John Phillips: I bought this for Mark for Christmas 1987, but ended up enjoying it quite a bit as well. Unfortunately the center picture section is falling apart in our copy, so we need to find another one. Get to the Heart - Barbara Mandrell: I'm a big Barbara fan, so I had to have this (and also The Mandrell Family Album, written by sister Louise). Very inspirational and an enjoyable read. The Ultimate Biography of the Bee Gees: I asked for this as a birthday gift after someone here on the Click - I think it was Pete - recommended it. Very thick book, but it has lots of great insights about the group and Andy I haven't come across anywhere else. Rock Wives - I forget the author's name, but I checked it out from the library about 2 years ago. It's a collection of profiles of the wives of rock stars. I got it primarily because there was a section with Marilyn Wilson, Brian's former wife, but there were other very interesting parts, especially Myra Lewis' story (Jerry Lee's ex.) Dreamgirls/Supreme Faith - Mary Wilson: Dreamgirls is the better of the two, as it deals more with their '60s heyday, but both are enjoyable. I still haven't read the Badfinger and the Chuck Negron titles, but definitely want to get copies of both, as I've heard really good things about them. Hi Dawn! I have two of Geoffrey Giuliano's coffee table books " The Beatles - A Celebration" and "The Beatles Album." Both contain fantastic pictures of the memorabilia that he's collected over the years.They are great books! The problem I have with him, is I've seen several of his tv interviews and he seems " full of himself" like he's THE Beatles expert and no one knows more about them than he does. LOL |
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Post by Pete70s on Aug 5, 2007 21:10:41 GMT -5
I currently have, checked out from the library, Motley Crue's "The Dirt", a biography on AC/DC, and "When The Levee Breaks: The Making of Led Zeppelin IV"
I'll be reading for a few weeks.....
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Post by Dawn on Oct 3, 2007 10:50:31 GMT -5
Excellent post topic, Ken! Some of the ones from my collection: Beatles: The Beatles Forever - Nicholas Schaffner: This was the first Beatles-related book I owned, and is still one of my favorites. The Love You Make - Peter Brown/Steven Gaines: This is a bit dishy, but an excellent read. Lennon - Ray Coleman: One of the best books on John I've come across. I first checked it out of the library around 1990, and then got a copy for Christmas a few years later. Blackbird - The Life and Times of Paul McCartney - Geoffrey Giuliano: The first McCartney biography I owned, also a Christmas gift. Unfortunately, this is probably the worst rock bio I've ever read. Guiliano's research is sketchy, and half the book is spent talking about Denny and Jo-Jo Laine. I was very disappointed with it. A Twist of Lennon - Cynthia Lennon: Very good read, with some nice drawings by Cynthia as well. I haven't read her latest book, but have heard it is quite good. Beach Boys: The Beach Boys and the California Myth - David Leaf: My favorite of the books available on them. I have a paperback copy of the 1978 edition, and the 1985 hardcover updated version. Lots of great rare pictures. Dennis Wilson - The Real Beach Boy - Jon Stebbins: Another very well-written book. Jon has written a book on David Marks that's supposed to be released in the US in the summer. Catch A Wave - Peter Ames Carlin: This is a biography of Brian, released this past summer. I definitely recommend it. Peter did a signing at a bookstore in West Hollywood, and Mark and I got to chat with him a bit and he signed a copy of the book for us with a personalized message. The Carpenters - Ray Coleman: Very well-written look at the lives of Karen and Richard. This was also a Christmas gift, but I first checked out a copy from the library. Papa John - John Phillips: I bought this for Mark for Christmas 1987, but ended up enjoying it quite a bit as well. Unfortunately the center picture section is falling apart in our copy, so we need to find another one. Get to the Heart - Barbara Mandrell: I'm a big Barbara fan, so I had to have this (and also The Mandrell Family Album, written by sister Louise). Very inspirational and an enjoyable read. The Ultimate Biography of the Bee Gees: I asked for this as a birthday gift after someone here on the Click - I think it was Pete - recommended it. Very thick book, but it has lots of great insights about the group and Andy I haven't come across anywhere else. Rock Wives - I forget the author's name, but I checked it out from the library about 2 years ago. It's a collection of profiles of the wives of rock stars. I got it primarily because there was a section with Marilyn Wilson, Brian's former wife, but there were other very interesting parts, especially Myra Lewis' story (Jerry Lee's ex.) Dreamgirls/Supreme Faith - Mary Wilson: Dreamgirls is the better of the two, as it deals more with their '60s heyday, but both are enjoyable. I still haven't read the Badfinger and the Chuck Negron titles, but definitely want to get copies of both, as I've heard really good things about them. Hi Dawn! I have two of Geoffrey Giuliano's coffee table books " The Beatles - A Celebration" and "The Beatles Album." Both contain fantastic pictures of the memorabilia that he's collected over the years.They are great books! The problem I have with him, is I've seen several of his tv interviews and he seems " full of himself" like he's THE Beatles expert and no one knows more about them than he does. LOL Hi Ken! I have those books also, and I agree, there are some really cool pictures in those. He has quite a collection of Beatles items! I agree that he does seem a bit full of himself. That would be a little more tolerable if his books were better researched, but unfortunately most of the time he compiles his research from just a few sources, and the books end up very disjointed and often with a slant. He also has a tendency to go off on tangents when he's telling the story - with Blackbird, he seemed to be writing it as much about Jo-Jo Laine as about McCartney. (I think he must have had a crush on her!) |
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Post by jbd on Mar 30, 2008 8:54:54 GMT -5
a partial list would include:
ERIC BURDON, RAY DAVIES, ROY ORBISON, BEATLES, ELVIS PRESLEY, STEVE EARLE, KEITH RICHARDS, JOHNNY CASH, PINK FLOYD, STEVIE RAVE ON, STEELY DAN, BB KING, LITTLE RICHARD, ERIC CLAPTON, JERRY LEE LEWIS, AC/DC, GENE SIMMONS, ARETHA, MERLE HAGGARD, LED ZEPPELIN, THE DOORS, JIMI HENDRIX, PAUL SIMON, MARY WILSON, CHUCK NEGRON (THREE DOG NIGHT), RANDY BACHMAN, CHER, TEMPTATIONS, EAGLES, AERSOMTH, SONNY BONO, RONNIE SPECTOR, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, CHUCK BERRY, CCR, GEORGE JONES, MARK FARNER, WILLIE NELSON, and JANIS JOPLIN...
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Post by dave910 on Mar 31, 2008 19:49:01 GMT -5
Here's a few that are my favorites.
1. "The Real Beach Boy Dennis Wilson" by John Stebbins. This was a birthday gift from a girlfriend. It is an excellent read of a man who lived hard and passed too soon. The true Beach Boy.
2. "Walk This Way" by Aerosmith & Stephen Davis. Great story of true living legends. How the group survived sex and drugs is only half the story.
3. "Temptations" by Otis Williams. If you love stories about the early days of Motown. I highly recommend this one. Williams is the only surviving member from the original Temptations lineup.
4. "Soulsville U.S.A." by Rob Bowman. Fascinating tale of the rise and dramatic fall of Stax records.
5. "Ticket To Ride" by Larry Kane. Written by Kane, whom was the only reporter to cover the Beatles first two U.S. tours. The book also contains a bonus CD with a new introduction from the author, plus the old tape recorded interviews he conducted with the Fab Four!
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Post by Dawn on Apr 1, 2008 15:08:57 GMT -5
Here's a few that are my favorites. 1. "The Real Beach Boy Dennis Wilson" by John Stebbins. This was a birthday gift from a girlfriend. It is an excellent read of a man who lived hard and passed too soon. The true Beach Boy. Totally agree about The Real Beach Boy. It's a shame the book is now out of print, although I've heard rumors that an updated version is supposed to be released in the next year or so. I met Jon Stebbins a few years ago, and he's a really cool guy. Have you read his newest book, The Lost Beach Boy, about David Marks? That's another good read, with a lot of good insights about the group's early days. |
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Post by smittykins--70s pop RULES! on Apr 3, 2008 18:50:40 GMT -5
Three Dog Nightmare(Chuck Negron)and One Is The Loneliest Number(Jimmy Greenspoon, TDN's keyboardist)
And I Don't Want To Live This Life--Very sad, considering how incredibly intelligent Nancy was(IIRC, she skipped third grade completely)and that they were never able to determine the cause of her problems)
Chicago: Feeling Stronger Every Day--Very amateurish effort, and NOT recommended(most of the information is a rehash of the old Group Portrait box-set booklet)
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Post by Railyn on Apr 15, 2008 9:47:31 GMT -5
I don't remember authors in most cases, but I have read:
Papa John - John Phillips
Lennon - (??)
They Made A Monkee Out Of Me - Davy Jones
Mutant Monkees Meet The Masters Of The Multimedia Manipulation Machine - Davy Jones
KISS And Sell - (??)
KISS Behind The Mask - (??) (I think that is the correct title)
KISSTORY - (??)
A book about the Beatles that I can't remember the title of, but it was good - it had a lot of pictures and interesting information
I own "Micky Dolenz - I'm A Believer" but I haven't read it yet.
Non-Rock Music Books:
A Chorus Line And The Musicals Of Michael Bennett - (??)
On The Line - Thommie Walsh, Baayork Lee, and the rest of the Original Cast Of A Chorus Line - EXCELLENT book
One Singular Sensation: The Michael Bennett Story - (??)
All His Jazz: The Life And Death Of Bob Fosse - (??) - this was a VERY interesting read
Some Of These Days - Sophie Tucker - another great read
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