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Summary: The Rock N Roll Graveyard
Review: A fascinating read. It was recommended by a friend who doesn't like to read. It grabs your attention, and doesn't let go.
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Summary: Fascinating subject!
Review: Just imagine all the great myths and legends of rock under one cover. The stories of Robert Johnson, I had never heard of him, at the "crossroads", the Zeppelin Curse, the Stones, Buddy Holly, Bobby Fuller, Morrison, Hendrix..they are all here. Many of these stories are simply "whispered myths" that are included with all their mystery to allow the reader to experience them first hand, especially if he/she wasn't there when these stories first made their rounds. It doesn't take a genius to figure out which stories are simply myths...Johnson really DIDN'T sell his soul to Old Scratch at the Crossroads...DUH!! I found the retrospective looks at the deaths of Henrix and Brian Jones especially appealing. The documentation of eyewitnesses who have come forth to tell the true story of what happened to these master musicians is worth the price of the book alone. I have never heard of Dowling Press so I'm sure that the editing could have been better. Maybe being a smaller publisher has something to do with this problem. I would advise them to get a new copy editor. I found the book to be fascinating and well worth the price of a journey throuigh rock's most interesting myths and legends. Once I started the book, I truly couldn't put it down. Believe me, this book comes very highly recommended!Also recommended "The Walrus Was Paul" Cool stuff about the Beatles trk into urban legendry.
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Summary: short and sweet review from Captain Midnight
Review: Nice story but I gave it 3 stars because the editing was pretty bad in that I found at least 5 typos and then the author stated near the end how the American Revolution started on May 1, 1776. Even English kids know it started on April 19 -- you know, the "shot heard 'round the world". I think he dwelt too long on the hidden messages and backwards record bit. The stories on Buddy Holly, and Johnny Horton were good. I thought JH had died in a plane crash along with Patsy Cline. I think more information on Jimi Hendrix and the Doors would've been welcome as there was so much info on Led Zepplin. The story of Brian Jones was about the saddest of all. What about other rock bands or c/w singers. Those C/W singers are always having misfortunes. You gotta wonder why r&r gets such a bad rap when the music is so good much of the time. The first part of the book was really good but toward the end I got a little bored. Still, I'm amazed how many people dabble in black magic thinking it's a lark -- well, it's a true power and you'd best be careful playing with that kind of fire. Seriously!
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Summary: Interesting
Review: Nice story but I gave it 3 stars because the editing was pretty bad in that I found at least 5 typos and then the author stated near the end how the American Revolution started on May 1, 1776. Even English kids know it started on April 19 -- you know, the "shot heard 'round the world". I think he dwelt too long on the hidden messages and backwards record bit. The stories on Buddy Holly, and Johnny Horton were good. I thought JH had died in a plane crash along with Patsy Cline. I think more information on Jimi Hendrix and the Doors would've been welcome as there was so much info on Led Zepplin. The story of Brian Jones was about the saddest of all. What about other rock bands or c/w singers. Those C/W singers are always having misfortunes. You gotta wonder why r&r gets such a bad rap when the music is so good much of the time. The first part of the book was really good but toward the end I got a little bored. Still, I'm amazed how many people dabble in black magic thinking it's a lark -- well, it's a true power and you'd best be careful playing with that kind of fire. Seriously!
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Summary: This hot book is coming out again so save your $$$$
Review: Take a Walk on the Dark Side : Rock and Roll Myths, Legends, and Curses - Which is "Hellhounds" - is coming out July '04. (Available now at Amazon - I don't work there!) Read this a few years ago and it is great for those into this kind of thing (I am!). Sure, the grammar might be a bit hit and miss, but it is an intersting read. Tell me this review wasn't helpful - saving you over $100!!!
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Summary: You'll never listen to rock music the same way again!
Review: This book contains a collection of great rock 'n' roll myths and legends--from Robert Johnson to Kurt Cobain. Sections are included on backward maskings, hidden messages and the strange and bizarre coincidences that claimed many of rock's most popular icons. Be warned at times it can literally scare the hell out of you!
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Summary: Mr.Patterson
Review: This book gave quite the insight into the lives of Rock And Roll Greats. It provides a look at the dark side of Rock N Roll allowing for a new view at the music and stars we all know and love. From legends to proven fact, this book takes you on a journey through some of the scariest events in rock and let's you open your eyes and mind to what's REALLY going on. Once you pick it up, you can't put it down.
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Summary: An eerie look into the stories behind Rock N Roll Greats.
Review: This book gave quite the insight into the lives of Rock And Roll Greats. It provides a look at the dark side of Rock N Roll allowing for a new view at the music and stars we all know and love. From legends to proven fact, this book takes you on a journey through some of the scariest events in rock and let's you open your eyes and mind to what's REALLY going on. Once you pick it up, you can't put it down.
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Summary: This hot book is coming out again so save your $$$$
Review: This book was disappointing on a number of levels. The most obvious is the poor editing - there are a number of obvious typos and grammatical errors. But the worst part about this book is the many times the author tries to pass off legends, rumors, and complete inaccuracies for historical fact. If you enjoy being hoodwinked by urban legends and tricked into believing that things that might have happened, actually did happen, then this book is for you. But if you are interested in facts, you'd better pass.
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