Phil Spector: Out of His Head

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Summary: A Talented But Tragic Figure In The Music Biz
Review: Phil Spector is an enigma: A pop music icon who has obviously danced with his demons on many occasions. Richard Williams' book does a fine job of detailing Spector's upbringing, his early career, his domination of the charts with his Philles label, his years spent "in hiding", and his past attempts to stage a "come back." Very little about Spector's current legal woes is included, but it is touched upon. The book is filled with first-hand accounts from Spector's friends and colleagues (yes, according to these sources, Spector pulled a gun on several musicians, including Stevie Wonder). If you want to know what it was like working with him, this book paints the picture masterfully. He may have been very talented, but after reading this book, I'm glad I was never stuck in a studio with him!