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Include books by the same authorX-Ray: The Unauthorized Autobiography
Ray Davies · 432 pages
The shocking and edgy memoirs of Ray Davies, a dedicated enemy of fashion and the lead singer of The Kinks, is the must-read rock book of the year. Subversively brilliant, this one-of-a-kind rock autobiography, ingeniously styled as a biography, is written by a nameless, faceless writer hired by an Orwellian entity called "the Corporation" to capture the essence of Ray Davies, lead singer and song
The Dirt: Confessions of the World's Most Notorious Rock Band
Tommy Lee, Vince Neil, Nikki Sixx, Mick Mars · 464 pages
Celebrate thirty years of the world's most notorious rock band with the deluxe collectors' edition of The Dirt—the outrageous, legendary, no-holds-barred autobiography of Mötley Crüe. Fans have gotten glimpses into the band's crazy world of backstage scandals, celebrity love affairs, rollercoaster drug addictions, and immortal music in Mötley Crüe books like Tommyland and The Heroin Diaries, but n
Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die: Musings from the Road
Willie Nelson · 175 pages
America's greatest traveling bard Willie Nelson muses about the things that are most important to him and celebrates the family, friends, and colleagues who have blessed his remarkable journey.
Punk Rock Blitzkrieg: My Life as a Ramone
Marky Ramone, Rich Herschlag · 416 pages
"The inside story behind one of the most revered bands in music history during the early days of punk rock in New York, from legendary drummer Marky Ramone. Rolling Stone ranked the Ramones at #26 on its list of the "100 Greatest Artists of All Time." They received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2011 and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002. And Marky Ramone played a m
One Direction: Who We Are: Our Official Autobiography
One Direction · 350 pages
For the first time, global pop sensation One Direction is releasing its 100-percent official autobiography, offering a new, intimate insight into members' lives as never before seen or heard! Filled with photos, drawings, and notes, it takes fans behind the scenes of the creation of their music, their tours, and their incredible friendship.
Ministry: The Lost Gospels According to Al Jourgensen
Al Jourgensen · 278 pages
A memoir from the hard-living rock musician and producer, who survived prolonged drug addiction--twenty-two years of chronic heroin, cocaine, and alcohol abuse--before cleaning up, straightening out, and finding new reasons to live.
Anger is an Energy: My Life Uncensored
John Lydon · 544 pages
Official Truth, 101 Proof: The Inside Story of Pantera
Rex Brown, Mark Eglinton · 259 pages
Stone Alone: The Story of a Rock 'n Roll Band
Bill Wyman · 608 pages
Wyman, bass player for the Rolling Stones, leaves no word unturned in this comprehensive, readable, witty account of the group from its beginnings as a struggling rhythm-and-blues band in 1962 to its superstar status and the death of founder and lead guitarist Brian Jones in 1969. With the help of veteran rock journalist Coleman, Wyman turns his exhaustive diary and other files into this well-writ
Good Vibrations: My Life as a Beach Boy
Mike Love, James S. Hirsch · 436 pages
Mike Love tells the story of his legendary, raucous, and ultimately triumphant five-decade career as the front man of The Beach Boys, the most popular American band in history -- timed to coincide with the 50th anniversary of "Good Vibrations." Love describes the stories behind his lyrics for pop classics such as "Good Vibrations," "California Girls," "Surfin' USA," and "Kokomo," while providing v
Cured: The Tale of Two Imaginary Boys
Lol Tolhurst · 287 pages
Memoir by Laurence "Lol" Tolhurst, co-founder of The Cure, detailing the origins and creation of one of the most beloved bands of all time and Tolhurst's own return from the brink of self-destruction.
Ronnie: The Autobiography
Ron Wood, Jeffrey Robinson · 384 pages
An account of the long-term Rolling Stone member's career also describes his relationships with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Charlie Watts; his evolution as a musician at the height of the band's success; and his perspectives on the music scene of the 1960s.
My Song: A Memoir
Harry Belafonte, Michael Shnayerson · 480 pages
The popular singer and former UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador shares the story of his life and career, from his impoverished childhood in Harlem and Jamaica and his racial barrier-breaking career to his commitment to numerous civil causes.
The Story of The Streets
Mike Skinner · 384 pages
No Woman No Cry: My Life With Bob Marley
Rita Marley, Hettie Jones · 209 pages
Starting at Zero
Jimi Hendrix · 229 pages
"It took just four years in the spotlight for Jimi Hendrix to become an international cultural icon. The sheer impact and originality of his music and his unique mastery of the guitar placed him forever amongst musical giants. But what of the man behind the public image? Modest and intensely private by nature, Jimi was shrouded in intrigue from the moment he first came into the public eye, and the
My Appetite for Destruction: Sex, and Drugs, and Guns N' Roses
Steven Adler · 322 pages
Cyndi Lauper: A Memoir
Cyndi Lauper · 338 pages
"Legendary and iconic singer-songwriter Cyndi Lauper offers a poignant account of the journey that led her to become an international superstar--from her years growing up in Queens, New York, to the making of enduring hits like 'Time after time,' 'Girls just want to have fun,' and 'True colors,' to becoming an actress, a mother, an outspoken activist, and maintaining a music career that has lasted
Bedsit Disco Queen: How I Grew Up and Tried to Be a Pop Star
Tracey Thorn · 364 pages
Tracey Thorn was one half of internationally successful group Everything But the Girl and collaborated with Paul Weller, Massive Attack and dance legend Todd Terry. This is the funny, perceptive and candid story of her 30-year pop career. I was only sixteen when I bought an electric guitar and joined a band. A year later, I formed an all-girl band called the Marine Girls and played gigs, and signe
Rocks: My Life in and out of Aerosmith
Joe Perry · 416 pages
The lead guitarist of Aerosmith shares behind-the-scenes perspectives into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted band, discussing such topics as his teen decision to drop out of school, enduring relationship with Steve Tyler and experiences with fame and recovery.
The Only Pirate at the Party
Lindsey Stirling, Brooke S. Passey · 258 pages
Dancing electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling shares her unconventional journey in a memoir filled with the energy, persistence, and humor that have helped her successfully pursue a passion outside the box.