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Best book on Stevie Ray I’ve read, and I’ve read most of them. Details his life from childhood all the way to his untimely death. A must read for any music fan.
Texas Flood: The Inside Story of Stevie Ray Vaughan
The best , most comprehensive book on the Allman Brothers taken from interviews with the band and associates, details the early days of all band members, Their first time playing together, the untimely deaths of Duane and Berry, the success , breakup...
One Way Out: Inside History of Allman Bros
A great book on Geddy’s life and the history of Rush, his childhood, beginning the band , intimate details of his relationship with Neil and Alex, a must read for fans or anyone that likes music!
My Effin' Life: Holocaust Roots to Rock Stardom
Another great book by Willie and sister Bobbie, in depth and really shows their struggles, so many details about their relationship and Bobbies life, one of my favorites from Willie.
Me and Sister Bobbie: True Family Band Tales
Great book that shows the greatness and the flaws of the Eagles, the book some band members didn’t want published because it told the intimate truth of the inner workings of the band, must read for fans.
To The Limit: The Untold Story of the Eagles
The best book on the Allman Brothers! Gives a lot of info of their early years right up to their final concert, taken from band members interviews by the tour mystic himself!
Brothers and Sisters: The Allman Brothers Band
Good book, excellent companion piece with more in depth stories than the series, highly recommend!
Band of Brothers: E Co, 506th Reg, 101st Airborne
Tell all about his early life, joining the eagles, and afterwards. Also his side of the story on the dirty side of the eagles, excellent book!
Heaven and Hell: My Life in the Eagles (1974-2001)
Good book from their manager about his relationship, some wild times, and the fateful crash, tells it like it was!
Lynyrd Skynyrd: Remembering Free Birds
Definitive biography of the Grateful Dead by their publicist, friend, and insider. All the details from before the start of the band all the way to the the end, a must read for any fan.
A Long Strange Trip: Inside History of Grateful Dead
Autobiography of Gregg Allman, warts and all, his childhood, fame, marriages, famous court case, and opinions of some of the people he’s met along the way. A must read for any Allman Brothers fan.
My Cross to Bear: Allman, Gregg: 9780062112057
Newest updated autobiography from Willie Nelson. His early life, the places he’s lived, trying to make it in Nashville as a songwriter, his wives, friends, and band mates. A must read for any Willie fan!
It's a Long Story: My Life by David Ritz
Definitive biography of Muddy Waters , warts and all. Growing up poor on a plantation, moving to Chicago, hitting it big, struggling in later years, then being honored as a great blues pioneer. A must read for any blues fan!
Can't Be Satisfied: Gordon, Robert: 9780316164948
Loretta’s update from coal miners daughter which was written over 20 years before. She reveals stories that she felt she couldn’t while her husband was alive, or stories he didn’t want her to tell. A very good read from a remarkable woman who lived a...
Still Woman Enough: A Memoir by Loretta Lynn
A very good read from Miles point of view about how he was raised and played with all the jazz greats. His addictions, women, views on society. A very interesting read about a legend.
The Autobiography: Miles Davis, Quincy Troupe
A very detailed biography about Thelonious, a legend of jazz. His hard times, mental struggles, and the wife who stood by him until the end. The best Thelonious monk biography, a great read for any music fan.
Thelonious Monk: Life and Times of an Original
An excellent autobiography of the Wilson sisters. From their nomadic upbringing with their military family, to the early days through the 1990’s. They discuss in depth their love lives, family dynamics, and children. They even name other celebrities ...
Kicking & Dreaming: Heart, Soul & Rock
Fascinating book on Ryan Adams band whiskeytown and the shenanigans that lead to its demise.
Waiting to Derail
Great biography of the man who started sun records and recorded so many early rock and roll and blues artists. From his poor beginnings thru all the ups and downs of his career. A fascinating book.
Sam Phillips: The Man Who Invented Rock 'n' Roll
One of the best books to come along in a long time about the years following Jerry Garcia’s death. How the survivors tried to continue, the infighting, the solo bands and side projects, thru the final concert. Finally a book written by someone who wa...
Fare Thee Well: Final Chapter of Grateful Dead
Very good book of the 1975 Led Zeppelin American tour. It’s warts and all , reveals the drama surrounding the band, Peter grant, their wild and debauched backstage, hotel, and off time “adventures “. A great snapshot of a crazy year. Highly recommend...
LZ-'75: Lost Chronicles of Led Zeppelin Tour
Very revealing biography of folk legend Woody Guthrie. From his poor upbringing, early struggles , failed relationships, and end of life struggles. Very revealing, warts and all, essential reading.
Woody Guthrie: A Life: Klein, Joe - Amazon.com
Great biography of a tortured genius. From his early upbringing, through his time with Paul Butterfield to black flag and after. A great story of success and the final days of squalor and drug abuse. A great book for anyone that loves biographies.
Michael Bloomfield: If You Love These Blues