Rating:  Summary: We are the people... Review: ...who fill up the arenas, keep the bars in business, and actively support almost any charity you can think of.Us Parrotheads (or fans of Jimmy Buffett for the uninitiated) happily do all this and more. And Jackson Quigley has attempted to describe the scope of all this madness in book form! A daunting task, but he somehow pretty much pulls it off. This book is obviously a labor of love, and is the product of not only Jackson's efforts, but the contributions of God-only-knows-how-many Parrotheads who delved into their photo collections and emails to supply so much of the content. Jimmy Dot Com contains anecdotes, lists, original song lyrics, and a bunch of other written material, but the real meat of the book is the photos. I consider this book to be a great big photo album that tries to capture Parrotheads in all their glory. I could go into all kinds of detail about the specific contents of the book, but there's just too much stuff to do justice to it all. It's been said before, but this book is a great way to communicate to someone what the whole Parrothead phenomenon is all about. This is definitely one of those "picture being worth a thousand words" instances. A last note: If you own either the Jimmy Buffett Scrapbook or The Parrothead Companion, I highly recommend picking up this book. The Scrapbook is a great look at Jimmy, the Companion is a great look at his music, and Jimmy Dot Com is a great look at US! -Craiger
Rating:  Summary: JimmyDOTcom: The Evolution of a Phan by Jackson Quigley Review: A parrot-heads `Alice in Wonderland". I over paid for an autographed copy of this book at our club's annual charity event, and have loved every page - A must for your collection. -Beverly Metzger, Chicago, IL.
Rating:  Summary: A great read...if you are a true Parrot Head, you need this! Review: I can think of one word to best describe this book..."hot." I love it and can't put it down. The pictures are priceless! I am going to use it like a yearbook and when I run into Parrot Heads, I'll have them sign it for me...
Rating:  Summary: PAAROT HEAD MUST HAVE Review: I usally don't write reviews but i am making an exception. If you are a parrot head or wondering what one is. this book is a must have. It is well written and the information is great. Alll around fun book. And if you ever went to a concert watch out you might be in the book:-)
Rating:  Summary: Jimmydotcom the never ending story ! Review: Jackson has captured what no one else has been able to do by giving you the exact definition of a Parrot Head. It's not just the definition, but he shows you in pictures. And while Jimmy couldn't get it all on paper, Jackson sure has. Jackson not only got it on paper, it's on the web too. JimmyDotcom isn't just a great coffee table book, try leaving the book on the back of your throne, and when you have guests over count how many times someone walks out with it in their hands. I've had to put a note that reads: please wash hands before handling. I know that's more info than you should know, but I feel I can share anything with a phellow Parrothead. It is the best Jackson!
Rating:  Summary: BUBBAFREAK DID A GOOD JOB Review: Knowing Jax (BUBBAFREAK) since the early days of aol in the old Margaritavlle cafe chat room.and one of the first to be there with him on his first trip to Margaraleighville. Jax's has done a great job in teling the story of the being of all of this. As being one of the first PHaoler's CORONAJB, Jaxs has really take me down memory lane,,,thanks bro. A must read for anyone that loves Buffett or Island Music,or the beach.So many stories I could tell but Jax has most of them in this wonderful book. A Great Job!! See Ya down Island Way, Jax.. for that Beer at Captain Tony's, Schooner Wharf, Sloppy Joes, Hogs Breath, or the Great MARGARITAVILLE On Duval, Key West,Conch Republic.....Your Friend Da Pirate (Larry Montgomery)
Rating:  Summary: PHan-PHlocking-tastic Review: PHinally, the PHirst and PHinal PHixating PHlourish of PHan-PHlocking-tastic PHlockings, PHilosoPHy, PHreaks (BubbaFreak), and PHriends--da collectors' Book set. It's worth any price--if only to see all the other PHans that you may have only heard about on the internet, or just IM'ed or emailed once--even ole Unca Rum is in da book.. hehehehe (you'll have to buy it and read it to find me--I'm not naming pages.. lol) My personalized copy cost me a tix to Jimmy's Initial N'awlins Arena Bash (for BubbaFreak), and it was more than worth it. =) The best part of this book, isn't Jimmy Buffett, but the PHs and their PHlockings that make wasted away in Margaritaville on island time a national pastime PHor those that love a bit of escapism PHrom modern times. At a time when too many downplay healthy escapism, Jackson shows how da PHlock merges good old PHasioned PHun with more than just a lil bit of charitable civil involvement. Party hard--but also help others, harder... BTW, I hear there will be a copy of BubbaFreak (Jackson) and Rum showing off their outlawed Bank of Bad Habits ATM cards in the sequal. =)
Rating:  Summary: Mr. Quigley is a "Parrothead"head Review: Simply put, this book is the quintessential document of Jimmy Buffett's fans. Don't buy this book looking for Jimmy's biography, and don't even think about finding the lyrics to "Margaritaville" (although there are some hysterical alternate lyrics to a few songs within). No, this book is about the "phans" that "phlock" to the parking lots hours before Jimmy and the Coral Reefer band takes the stage, and it is VERY thorough. Chances are, if you came to see Jimmy on his "Beach House On The Moon" tour, your picture is in this book! Every detail about Parrotheadism is there, along with some of the craziest photos you've ever seen. Trust me, you may have thought your Jimmy Buffett concert experience was full, but it's not complete until you see how the rest of the country does it (and by the way, it's comforting to know that there's so many great minds thinking alike here). A "preferred reading" for anyone who's ever been curious about life as a Parrothead, and a MUST HAVE for anyone who's ever worn a grass skirt or a coconut bra to a concert. Thanks Jackson!
Rating:  Summary: Mr. Quigley is a "Parrothead"head Review: Simply put, this book is the quintessential document of Jimmy Buffett's fans. Don't buy this book looking for Jimmy's biography, and don't even think about finding the lyrics to "Margaritaville" (although there are some hysterical alternate lyrics to a few songs within). No, this book is about the "phans" that "phlock" to the parking lots hours before Jimmy and the Coral Reefer band takes the stage, and it is VERY thorough. Chances are, if you came to see Jimmy on his "Beach House On The Moon" tour, your picture is in this book! Every detail about Parrotheadism is there, along with some of the craziest photos you've ever seen. Trust me, you may have thought your Jimmy Buffett concert experience was full, but it's not complete until you see how the rest of the country does it (and by the way, it's comforting to know that there's so many great minds thinking alike here). A "preferred reading" for anyone who's ever been curious about life as a Parrothead, and a MUST HAVE for anyone who's ever worn a grass skirt or a coconut bra to a concert. Thanks Jackson!
Rating:  Summary: Got To Have It Parrotheads Review: This book is a first in reviewing the fans and the fun of a summertime national hobby for a lot of people. Buffett concerts are sold out in every venue yearly. The fans come and have so much fun. But there is more to it for a group of people. This book tells that story of friendship and bonding. Jackson you did well!
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