Tag: Book Excerpt
There Was A Time: James Brown, The Chitlin’ Circuit, And Me: The First Days On The Bus
We are pleased to give you a glimpse into what life was like on the James Brown tourbus. In this excerpt from former manager Alan Leeds’ new book There Was A Time: James Brown, The Chitlin’ Circuit, And Me, we get a glimpse of those first few days for the new recruit in the James Brown camp.
Destroy Your Safe And Happy Lives: No More A Workhorse
Drummer Jack Carneal may not be a household name, but he’s a fantastic writer, and has documented his life as a touring musician in a delightful and hilarious new memoir. We’re proud to bring you an exclusive excerpt that tells of the young Palace band’s stint touring as a Lollapalooza second stage act. Enjoy!
Destroy Your Safe And Happy Lives: No More A Workhorse
Drummer Jack Carneal may not be a household name, but he’s a fantastic writer, and has documented his life as a touring musician in a delightful and hilarious new memoir. We’re proud to bring you an exclusive excerpt that tells of the young Palace band’s stint touring as a Lollapalooza second stage act. Enjoy!
Sympathy For The Drummer: Why Charlie Watts Matters: How The Rolling Stones Won The Disco Wars
The Rolling Stones’ stickman Charlie Watts is a revered figure in rock and roll…but why? That’s the subject of New York writer Mike Edison’s latest book, an entertaining and informative look into the man dubbed “The World’s Greatest Rock Drummer.” In this exclusive excerpt, we look at what happened when a legendary band tackled a brand new and quite divisive new musical style.
Sympathy For The Drummer: Why Charlie Watts Matters: How The Rolling Stones Won The Disco Wars
The Rolling Stones’ stickman Charlie Watts is a revered figure in rock and roll…but why? That’s the subject of New York writer Mike Edison’s latest book, an entertaining and informative look into the man dubbed “The World’s Greatest Rock Drummer.” In this exclusive excerpt, we look at what happened when a legendary band tackled a brand new and quite divisive new musical style.
25 Years Of Grace: Christopher Dowd On His Friend Jeff Buckley
To celebrate today’s 25th anniversary of Jeff Buckley’s masterpiece Grace, we are proud to present you with a chapter from the forthcoming deluxe coffee table book 25 Years Of Grace. in this selection, Christopher Dowd talks about his friend and roommate Jeff, offering a touching and intimate look at the young man before he became a mythological, doomed soul.
25 Years Of Grace: Christopher Dowd On His Friend Jeff Buckley
To celebrate today’s 25th anniversary of Jeff Buckley’s masterpiece Grace, we are proud to present you with a chapter from the forthcoming deluxe coffee table book 25 Years Of Grace. in this selection, Christopher Dowd talks about his friend and roommate Jeff, offering a touching and intimate look at the young man before he became a mythological, doomed soul.
The Messenger: The Songwriting Legacy of Ray Wylie Hubbard: Cody Canada on Ray Wylie Hubbard
Many in the Texas Music scene consider Ray Wylie Hubbard to be a cornerstone of Texas music. A new book examines his legacy, and in this selection former Cross Canadian Ragweed frontman Cody Canada discusses the legacy of his mentor and friend.
The Messenger: The Songwriting Legacy of Ray Wylie Hubbard: Cody Canada on Ray Wylie Hubbard
Many in the Texas Music scene consider Ray Wylie Hubbard to be a cornerstone of Texas music. A new book examines his legacy, and in this selection former Cross Canadian Ragweed frontman Cody Canada discusses the legacy of his mentor and friend.
Weeds Like Us: Janiva Magness At A Precipice
Weeds Like Us: A Memoir is the tale of a young woman who survived a most decidedly tragic and unhappy childhood and self-destructive young adulthood, and who has since become an internationally acclaimed and well-respected Blues musician. This excerpt finds her at nineteen years of age, straddling the life between self-destruction and self-awareness.
The Recoup 