Dave Grohl's Books

The Storyteller

Tales of Life and Music

By: Dave Grohl

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The #1 New York Times Bestseller * Named one of Variety's Best Music Books of 2021 * Included in Audible's Best of The Year list * A Business Insider Best Memoirs of 2021 * One of NME's Best Music Books of 2021 So, I've written a book. Having entertained the idea for years, and even offered a few questionable opportunities ("It's a piece of cake! Just do 4 hours of interviews, find someone else to write it, put your face on the cover, and voila!") I have decided to write these stories just as I have always done, in my own hand. The joy that I have felt from chronicling these tales is not unlike listening back to a song that I've recorded and can't wait to share with the world, or reading a primitive journal entry from a stained notebook, or even hearing my voice bounce between the Kiss posters on my wall as a child. This certainly doesn't mean that I'm quitting my day job, but it does give me a place to shed a little light on what it's like to be a kid from Springfield, Virginia, walking through life while living out the crazy dreams I had as young musician. From hitting the road with Scream at 18 years old, to my time in Nirvana and the Foo Fighters, jamming with Iggy Pop or playing at the Academy Awards or dancing with AC/DC and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, drumming for Tom Petty or meeting Sir Paul McCartney at Royal Albert Hall, bedtime stories with Joan Jett or a chance meeting with Little Richard, to flying halfway around the world for one epic night with my daughters…the list goes on. I look forward to focusing the lens through which I see these memories a little sharper for you with much excitement.

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006307611X

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Never Fade Away

The Kurt Cobain Story

By: Dave Thompson

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Never Fade Away

The Kurt Cobain Story

By: Dave Thompson

Tells the story of rock musician Kurt Cobain's life and death, discussing his rise to stardom, drug use, marriage, and suicide in April of 1994.

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Macmillan

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0312954638

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100 Great Guitarists and the Gear That Made Them Famous

By: Dave Rubin

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100 Great Guitarists and the Gear That Made Them Famous

By: Dave Rubin

(Guitar Book). Music historian Dave Rubin surveys the gear, tones, licks and lives of 100 top guitarists in this exclusive book with audio. Includes rare photos, bios, tablature and audio demonstrations of every lick in the book! Learn the magic behind the masters, including: Duane Allman * Jeff Beck * Chuck Berry * Eric Clapton * Bo Diddley * Tommy Emmanuel * Robben Ford * Buddy Guy * Jimi Hendrix * James Hetfield * Robert Johnson * Mark Knopfler * Yngwie Malmsteen * Pat Metheny * Django Reinhardt * Randy Rhoads * Carlos Santana * Joe Satriani * Slash * Steve Vai * Stevie Ray Vaughan * Angus Young * Frank Zappa * and more.

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Hal Leonard Corporation

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1540019365

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Songwriting For Dummies

By: Jim Peterik,Dave Austin,Cathy Lynn

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Songwriting For Dummies

By: Jim Peterik,Dave Austin,Cathy Lynn

Proven techniques for songwriting success This friendly, hands-on guide tackles the new face of the recording industry, guiding you through the shift from traditional sales to downloads and mobile music, as well as how you can harness social media networks to get your music "out there." You get basic songwriting concepts, insider tips and advice, and inspiration for writing — and selling — meaningful, timeless songs. Songwriting 101 — get a grip on everything you need to know to write a song, from learning to listen to your "inner voice" to creating a "mood" and everything in between Jaunt around the genres — discover the variety of musical genres and find your fit, whether it's rock, pop, R&B, gospel, country, or more Let the lyrics out — master the art of writing lyrics, from finding your own voice to penning the actual words to using hooks, verses, choruses, and bridges Make beautiful music — find your rhythm, make melodies, and use chords to put the finishing touches on your song Work the Web — harness online marketing and social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and others to get your music heard by a whole new audience Open the book and find: What you need to know before you write a single note Tips on finding inspiration Ways to use poetic devices in lyrics Computer and Web-based shortcuts and technologies to streamline songwriting A look at famous songwriting collaborators Writing for stage, screen, and television How to make a demo to get your song heard Advice on how to make money from your music P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you’re probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Songwriting For Dummies (9780470615140). The book you see here shouldn’t be considered a new or updated product. But if you’re in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We’re always writing about new topics!

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119675669

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The Gibson Les Paul

The Illustrated Story of the Guitar That Changed Rock

By: Dave Hunter

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The Gibson Les Paul

The Illustrated Story of the Guitar That Changed Rock

By: Dave Hunter

This massive illustrated history of the Les Paul guitar examines its prehistory and origins as well as its evolution in the 60-plus years since its 1952 introduction.

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Voyageur Press (MN)

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Too Hot

Kool & the Gang & Me

By: George Brown,Dave Smitherman

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Too Hot

Kool & the Gang & Me

By: George Brown,Dave Smitherman

Growing up around music, young George was inspired to piece together a makeshift drum set and teach himself to play as he practiced in the dark, dank basement of his run-down New Jersey row house. He soon joined forces with his friends to form a group called the Jazziacs which then evolved into Kool & The Gang, a band that began playing clubs and charting hits while its members were still teenagers. By evolving their sound as musical tastes changed, the band was able to stay on the charts for decades, scoring twelve top-ten hits in funk, R&B, pop, and rock, and selling over seventy million albums while navigating the highs and lows of their career. In Too Hot, drummer, keyboardist, and primary songwriter George Brown describes life in and out of the band, including a raucous life on the road as the band's popularity grew. He weathered the ups and downs of his musical career and navigated many challenges including prescription drug addiction, depression, and health issues. George shares how his recent cancer scare, and subsequent treatment, compelled him to share his story, warts and all, to give readers a glimpse into a band whose reputation was considered relatively tame, but in reality, it was exactly the opposite. George hopes to help others realize their own professional and personal dreams—life is a symphony, and we must all be our own conductor.

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Chicago Review Press

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1641609206

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Hallo Spaceboy

The Rebirth of David Bowie

By: Dave Thompson

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Hallo Spaceboy

The Rebirth of David Bowie

By: Dave Thompson

By 1987, David Bowie was at a creative, critical, and commercial low. His most recent album was dismissed by the music press, his latest tour written off as a disaster. Fifteen years after becoming the most colourfully controversial superstar in recent rock history, Bowie was seen as a spent force. Almost twenty years later, Bowie has re-established himself at the very peak of his profession in one of the most extraordinary comebacks in rock history. His 1995 release of the critically-astonishing 1:Outside album has been followed by equally groundbreaking efforts. He is a content family man, married to super-model Iman, and one of the richest musicians in the world. While most biographies on Bowie still focus on his early years, Hallo Spaceboy: The Rebirth of David Bowie is the first to chronicle the comeback in detail. Drawing upon exclusive interviews with fans, colleagues and associates, it is also the long-gestating follow-up to Dave Thompson’s Moonage Daydream (1987), widely hailed among the best David Bowie biographies.

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1554902711

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South Park FAQ

All That's Left to Know About The Who, What, Where, When of America's Favorite Mountain Town

By: Dave Thompson

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South Park FAQ

All That's Left to Know About The Who, What, Where, When of America's Favorite Mountain Town

By: Dave Thompson

There are few modern animated television shows that could survive over a decade and a half and remain as funny... or as stupid... or as sick... or as depraved... today as when they started. Even fewer can claim to cater to “mature” audiences, while their critics complain that everything about the show is immature. And fewer still where, for the first decade or so, one of the main characters was killed off every week. Then returned, no worse for wear, seven days later. That, however, is the world of South Park, and this is a book about that world. A journey through the lives, times, and catastrophes that have established the tiny mountain town of South Park, Colorado, as America's favorite dysfunctional community. A voyage into a universe where Barbra Streisand is reborn as a Japanese monster movie; where Kentucky Fried Chicken is a registered drug; where Canada is forever on a footing for war; and where we discover that even feces love Christmas. From Zebulon Pike to Chef, from Brian Boitano to Mel Gibson, from “Super Best Friends” to South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut, it's all covered in South Park FAQ. Featuring A-Z coverage of the all the characters readers have come to know and the stories behind the episodes, it also includes an episode guide and an appendix of all of the songs featured in South Park. Nothing is sacred and nobody is safe. Even physical and emotional disabilities are just another banana skin for someone to slip on, and the term “politically correct” has been translated into “oh good, you're getting annoyed.” It is a place where ... you get the picture. This is not Bambi!

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Rowman & Littlefield

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From A Whisper to A Scream: The Complete Guide to the Music of Led Zeppelin

By: Dave Lewis

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From A Whisper to A Scream: The Complete Guide to the Music of Led Zeppelin

By: Dave Lewis

The indispensable consumers' guide to the music of Led Zeppelin. An album by album, track by track, run-down of every song released by Led Zeppelin, from their classic first album to their best selling albums of the seventies and beyond. Also includes details of their remastered recordings, compilation albums, live albums and Led Zeppelin on DVD.

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Ax Facts & Stats

Volume 1

By: Dave B. Roberts

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Ax Facts & Stats

Volume 1

By: Dave B. Roberts

This large format 8.5 by 11 inch paperback Features 97 of ExtremeGuitars.com's celebrated Ax Facts & Stats interviews; including tons of classics from our extensive archive spanning the last 10 years as well as dozens of BRAND NEW never seen interviews! Interviews include guitarists from 3 Doors Down, Anvil, Foghat, Puddle of Mudd, Hall & Oates, Evans Blue, The Great Kat, Finger Eleven, Staind, Train, Gwar, Halestorm, Hinder, Judas Priest, Gary Hoey, Night Ranger, Shinedown, Alabama, Janis Ian, O.A.R., Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Matchbox Twenty, Sick Puppies, Styx, Stone Sour, Tantric, Candlebox, Sevendust, Stryper, Derek Trucks, Thriving Ivory, Seven Mary Three, Chicago, Cracker and many others! A portion of proceeds from every book sold is being donated to the Children of Fallen Soldiers Relief Fund. Check out the book's official website at www.AFSbook.info for complete lineup.

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Lulu.com

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0557280346

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Vinyl Record Collecting For Dummies

By: Dave Thompson

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Vinyl Record Collecting For Dummies

By: Dave Thompson

Get on the vinyl train and learn about this captivating hobby Vinyl Record Collecting For Dummies teaches you how to start a collection, grow your collection, and make that collection sound excellent. You’ll learn how to shop for new, used, and rare records, and how to select the turntable that’s right for you. Learn how to determine a record’s value, build your collection on a budget, and properly store and maintain your records. This handy Dummies guide also gives you the background knowledge you’ll need to hold your own in conversations with vinyl enthusiasts—all about music genres, the pros and cons of vinyl types, how records are made, and even the history of record collecting itself. Now you can start collecting rare records, new releases, and everything in between. Learn the basics of buying records at record shops, secondhand stores, and online Determine the value of your collection and learn how to recognize great deals Select the turntable and sound system that are right for your needs Explore the history of recorded music and learn why people are going wild for vinyl This is the perfect Dummies guide for anyone who’s ready to get swept up in the excitement of collecting vinyl records, including beginners and seasoned collectors.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1394226640

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Music in the 20th Century (3 Vol Set)

By: Dave DiMartino

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Music in the 20th Century (3 Vol Set)

By: Dave DiMartino

This is an examination of the crucial formative period of Chinese attitudes toward nuclear weapons, the immediate post-Hiroshima/Nagasaki period and the Korean War. It also provides an account of US actions and attitudes during this period and China's response.

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Routledge

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131746429X

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Alternative Rock

By: Dave Thompson

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Alternative Rock

By: Dave Thompson

Provides profiles of solo performers, bands, producers, and record labels from the alternative rock movement, ranging from the mid-1970s to the present, and includes discographies, album reviews, and photographs.

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0879306076

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The Grunge Diaries

Seattle, 1990–1994

By: Dave Thompson

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The Grunge Diaries

Seattle, 1990–1994

By: Dave Thompson

Throughout the 1990s, Dave Thompson was the Seattle-based contributing editor to Alternative Press magazine—America's biggest-selling and most influential alternative rock monthly—and a regular contributor to other publications both nationally and internationally. Throughout this decade, grunge music ruled the world and Seattle was its birthplace and focal point. Thompson was an eyewitness to it all. His writings and interviews chronicled the entire history of grunge—from its roots in the earliest explosion of punk in the mid-1970s to its rise and ultimate fall from grace in the late 1990s. Drawing from Thompson's extensive experience and research—from personal files and journals and hours of interviews with both musicians and fans, other music industry figures, and a wealth of characters from the Seattle scene—The Grunge Diaries is an exhaustive account of this unique era. Featured are all of the major acts—Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Mudhoney, Soundgarden—and many lesser known bands and artists. But it's not only about the music, the fashions, and the personalities that still resonate today. The Grunge Diaries also tells the tale of the end of an era in American history—twentieth-century music culture's last hurrah before the dot-com monsters (many of whom were themselves based in Seattle) devoured its soul and faceless corporations rebranded entertainment. These were the days when fame was still within reach of anyone who knew three chords and had three friends.

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1493055704

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Teardown

Rebuilding Democracy from the Ground Up

By: Dave Meslin

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Teardown

Rebuilding Democracy from the Ground Up

By: Dave Meslin

As seen on TVO’s adaptation Unrigged A handbook of democratic solutions in troubled times, from the activist the media call a "wizard," a "mastermind," "the ultimate ideas guy," a "mad scientist," a "start-up genius." Our democracy is a trainwreck. Our elections feel hollow and our legislatures have become toxic. Fierce partisanship, centralized power, distorted election results and rigged systems all contribute to our growing cynicism. Voters are increasingly turning towards the angriest candidates, or simply tuning out completely and staying at home. But as Dave Meslin's career has shown, we can fix things. We can turn elite power structures upside down. We can give a voice to ordinary people. But it means fixing things from the bottom up, and starting locally. It's hard to change the world if you can't change a municipal by-law. Teardown shows readers how to do both. And it will show us that these two challenges are not fundamentally different. From environmental activism to public space advocacy to the ongoing campaign for electoral reform, Dave Meslin has been both out on the street in marches and in the back rooms drawing up policy. With Teardown he reminds us that the future of our species doesn't need to look like a trainwreck. That we're capable of so much more. It's time to raise our expectations: of the system, of each other and of ourselves. Only then can we re-imagine a new democracy, unrecognizable from today's political mess. This book is a recipe for change. A cure for cynicism. A war on apathy.

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0143197061

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Bruce Springsteen on Tour

1968-2005

By: Dave Marsh

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Bruce Springsteen on Tour

1968-2005

By: Dave Marsh

Bruce Springsteen on Tour is an amazing, three-decade celebration of one of the greatest live performers of all time."--Jacket.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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1596912820

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Comedy Dave's Book

By: Dave Vitty

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Comedy Dave's Book

By: Dave Vitty

Comedy from Dave Vitty - Chris Moyles' hilarious sidekick on Radio 1. Dave Vitty, aka Radio 1's Comedy Dave, has worked his way from the backrooms of BBC radio to the biggest breakfast show on the airwaves and has a story to tell. He's played Glastonbury - twice - he's had his ear licked by Dave Grohl and he's written more 'Car Park Catchphrases' than you can shake a stick at. Dave's first attempt at being a proper writer is a collection of his stories, misadventures, songs, anecdotes and pictures from his phone all linked together in a far from tedious way. Less Lord of the Rings and more 'Lord of the Things', there's a lot of comedy value in Dave's excellent book.

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Brainhacker

Master Memory, Focus, Emotions, and More to Unleash the Genius Within

By: Dave Farrow

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Brainhacker

Master Memory, Focus, Emotions, and More to Unleash the Genius Within

By: Dave Farrow

If you feel like your brain is “glitching,” or working against you, know that you’re not stuck with the brain biology gave you. An upgrade is possible. In Brainhacker, you’ll learn how to “rewire” your brain and boost its power. David Farrow, author of The Farrow Method, helps you get inside your own head and call the shots, with concrete exercises and tips to train your brain to work for you. These tricks can instantly boost your memory, improve your reading speed, help you push away pain, and form life-changing habits that actually last—with techniques as simple as a hand movement or a little bit of imagination. Farrow speaks from personal experience. His unlikely journey from underachieving kid with ADHD and dyslexia to winner of multiple Guinness World Records for memorization is proof that training your brain really works—and can unlock hidden potential. Brainhacker pairs Farrow’s unique, tried-and-true methods with his own story, following his path to success as he searched for solutions to overcome his struggles with focus, memory, sleep, anxiety, self-esteem, and more. On average, we waste 40 days of the year compensating for our bad memory. Many of us suffer from insomnia, stress, and chronic pain. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a huge surge in the already-huge number of people suffering from burnout and mental health problems. But all of this, from memory to ADHD symptoms to sleep problems, can be transformed with the simple hacks you’ll find in these pages. If you’re ready to tap into the full power of your brain, Brainhacker is your all-in-one guide to hacking into your brain—and making it as powerful as it can be.

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Amped

The Illustrated History of the World's Greatest Amplifiers

By: Dave Hunter

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Amped

The Illustrated History of the World's Greatest Amplifiers

By: Dave Hunter

Guitarists love amps—really love them. Amplifiers may look dull to the rest of the world, but to guitarists they are full of mystique, romance, and rockin' sound. And while there are many strong-selling electric guitar histories available, here's the first illustrated history of the electric guitar’s best friend, the amp. World-famous guitar and amp historian Dave Hunter tells the story of 60 of the greatest amps ever built, including classics from Fender, Marshall, Vox, the bizarre EchoSonic that created Elvis' sound, and the ultimate esoteric $75,000+ Dumble amps. The story is illustrated with hundreds of technical photos, rare machines, catalogs, memorabilia, and the amps of the stars, from Jimi Hendrix to Stevie Ray Vaughan to Eric Clapton. This is a book guitarists will drool over.

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Eva Destruction Collection

By: Dave Sinclair

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Eva Destruction Collection

By: Dave Sinclair

Move over James Bond! Meet Eva Destruction, the only thing quicker than her mouth is her talent for getting into trouble. It's true she's always had an eye for a bad boy, but when she falls for billionaire super-villain Harry Lancing, it seems that even Eva may have bitten off more than she can chew. As the odds begin to stack up in Lancing's favour, the fate of the world lies in Eva's hands. Luckily for the world, Eva Destruction isn't the type of girl to let a super-villain ex-boyfriend with a massive ego, unlimited resources, and his own secret island, get the better of her. A trilogy in four parts, The Eva Destruction Collection combines three full exhilarating Eva Destruction novels and one Eva Destruction novella in an explosive collection. Well over 1000 pages of pedal-to-the-metal action and whip-smart dialogue, this box set will keep you reading well into the night. Here’s what others have said about Eva’s adventures: “This book is what would happen if James Bond and Stephanie Plum had a baby. Fast moving action packed romp. I loved it. It's fun, it's funny, it's clever. I want a movie of this now. Brilliant.” “This was such an exciting and fun read. I loved every page and did not want it to end. I want more Eva Destruction NOW! Please?” “This was a whole lot of fun! With a kickass heroine and good blend of action, intrigue and romance, it kept me engaged from start to finish. It even kept me reading late into the night, which says something. It also made me laugh! Thoroughly enjoyed.”

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Guitar Amps & Effects For Dummies

By: Dave Hunter

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Guitar Amps & Effects For Dummies

By: Dave Hunter

Learn the secrets to achieving your ultimate sound Whether amateur or pro, guitarists live for the ultimate sound. Guitar Amps & Effects For Dummies provides the information and instruction you need to discover that sound and make it your own! Written in the characteristically easy-to-read Dummies style, this book is ideal for beginners and experienced musicians alike, and can help all players expand their skill set with effects. Guitarists tend to be gearheads when it comes to sound, and this book provides guidance on topics ranging from the guitar itself to amps, pedals, and other sound technology. Amps and effects are the unsung heroes of guitar music. While most people recognize the more psychedelic effects, many don't realize that effects are often responsible for the unique quality of tone that can become a musician's trademark. Certain effects work on the volume or signal level, others work on the environment, and still others work on the bass and treble content. Guitar Amps & Effects For Dummies covers them all, and shows how effects can not only add something extra, but also "fix" problematic areas. Topics include: Gain-based effects, like distortion, compression, volume pedals, and gates Tone-based effects, including graphic and parametric EQ, and the wah-wah pedal Modulation effects, like the flanger, phase shifter, and tremolo Ambience effects, including reverb and delay The journey to incredible guitar music never ends. No matter how experienced you are with a guitar, there is always room for improvement to your tone and sound. Whether you're looking for the sound of angels or thunder, Guitar Amps & Effects For Dummies will help you achieve the music you hear in your dreams.

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1118900006

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The Storyteller

By: Dave Grohl

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The Storyteller

By: Dave Grohl

Historia o tym, jak tyczkowatemu dzieciakowi ze Springfield w stanie Wirginia udało się spełnić szalone marzenie. Mimo że dziś Dave Grohl jest znanym na całym świecie rockmanem, pozostał skromnym facetem, który wciąż zachwyca się siłą muzyki i z pokorą przyjmuje sławę. W gawędziarskim stylu – i z ogromnym poczuciem humoru – wspomina swoją pierwszą trasę koncertową z zespołem Scream, opowiada o czasie spędzonym w Nirvanie i tragicznym końcu zespołu, o powstaniu Foo Fighters, kiedy znalazł się na życiowym zakręcie, o graniu z Iggym Popem, występie na ceremonii rozdania Oscarów, tańczeniu z chłopakami z AC/DC, przypadkowym spotkaniu z Little Richardem, a także życiu rodzinnym, zwłaszcza bliskiej relacji z trzema córkami... Lista jest długa. Historie Grohla są pełne muzyki. Warto ich posłuchać. Ekscytująca uczta dla fanów, a także niezwykłe spojrzenie na ostatnich trzydzieści lat historii rocka. „Booklist” Książka szczera, skromna i pełna historii o wielkich gwiazdach... Miłośnicy muzyki będą czytać na zapętleniu. CNN Te wspomnienia czytają się same – ma się wrażenie, że to rozmowa w barze z przyjacielem, który jakimś trafem pracował z prawie każdym istotnym mainstreamowym i niezależnym muzykiem rockowym ostatnich dekad. „Pittsburgh Post-Gazette” Dave Grohl kieruje przekaz do ludzi stojących pod sceną: „W głębi duszy jestem taki jak wy. Ciężko zapracowałem na swoją dzisiejszą pozycję, ale miałem obsesję na punkcie tej samej muzyki, która kręci was. Ja też jestem fanem”. „Billboard” W tej świetnej i szczerej książce Grohl nie boi się opowiadać o wszystkim: od śmierci Kurta Cobaina po ojcostwo. Audible (ranking Best of the Year)

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New Book of Rock Lists

By: Dave Marsh,James Bernard

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New Book of Rock Lists

By: Dave Marsh,James Bernard

Dave Marsh has been an editor and columnist at Creem and Rolling Stone. His books include Born to Run, Behind Blue Eyes: The Story of the Who, Glory Days, and Louie Louie. This virtual Methusaleh of rock critics currently serves as a music critic at Playboy and as editor of Rock and Rap Confidential.

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Simon and Schuster

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0671787004

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9780671787004

The Amnesiac's Guide to Espionage

An Eva Destruction Novel

By: Dave Sinclair

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The Amnesiac's Guide to Espionage

An Eva Destruction Novel

By: Dave Sinclair

Eva Destruction is Back! Eva is an MI6 agent who wakes to find armed men in her apartment hell-bent on revenge. The only problem is, she has no idea what they're talking about. Someone has stolen the last sixth months’ worth of her memories and the fate of the world rides on getting them back. On the eve of the G8 summit, Eva is thrown headlong into globe-trotting assassinations and gun battles on the trail of the mysterious plan known only as Halcyon. Together with a besotted CIA agent and a misogynistic MI6 operative, Eva races across the world to retrace her steps in the hopes of finding answers. With the clock ticking, Eva must track down those behind her memory loss, as well as battle a foe she can't remember. The globetrotting takes her from London, to exotic Macau casinos, to Hong Kong hydrofoils, to French castles, to English mansions, to a car chase between an ice-cream van containing a nuclear weapon and black SUVs through the streets of London. With betrayal at every turn, Eva discovers she can't trust anyone, including her own organisation. Eva must face down nuclear annihilation alone and she hasn't even had her coffee yet.

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Dave Sinclair

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0648221423

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The Dead Spy's Guide to Espionage

An Eva Destruction Novel

By: Dave Sinclair

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The Dead Spy's Guide to Espionage

An Eva Destruction Novel

By: Dave Sinclair

Eva Destruction Returns! Forget James Bond. Forget Jason Bourne. When the world’s on the brink of a second Cold War, the only person to call is Eva Destruction. After a bombing in a Russian embassy, the murder of a CIA agent in Budapest, and an attack on MI6 itself, Eva assembles a team of Cold War veterans and puts the pedal to the metal in a race to prevent chaos on a global scale. With twists at every turn, she’ll do almost anything to bring down those responsible, except drink instant coffee. The Dead Spy’s Guide to Espionage is a globetrotting, fast-paced thriller that will keep you turning pages well into the night.

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Dave Sinclair

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0648221466

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Led Zeppelin: The Concert File

By: Dave Lewis,Simon Pallett

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Led Zeppelin: The Concert File

By: Dave Lewis,Simon Pallett

Between 1968 - 1980 Led Zeppelin performed over 500 concerts in every corner of the world, establishing themselves as the most popular live rock attraction of their era. This book explores in great detail the in-concert history of one of the most successful bands of all time.

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Omnibus Press

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0857125745

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The Ultimate Guide to Vinyl and More

All You Need to Know About Collecting Essential Music from Cylinders and CDs to LPs and Tapes

By: Dave Thompson

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The Ultimate Guide to Vinyl and More

All You Need to Know About Collecting Essential Music from Cylinders and CDs to LPs and Tapes

By: Dave Thompson

An in-depth and comprehensive guide to – and history of – music collecting, The Ultimate Guide to Vinyl and More traces the hobby from its beginnings over a century ago. The book features informative and entertaining sections on every significant format in which recorded music has been released – and some that are now almost completely forgotten. Based on Dave Thompson's original Backbeat classic, The Music Lover's Guide to Record Collecting, this revamped, colorful, expanded edition takes readers from the early days of cylinders, 78s, and Edison records on through 45s, LPs, 8-tracks, cassettes, bootlegs, CDs, MiniDiscs, MP3s, LPs, and other formats. Landmark labels, collectable artists, specialist themes, and more are explored across a series of essays, while dozens of color images bring the most obscure corners of the hobby to life. Unlike other volumes that focus exclusively on vinyl, this book caters to the audiophile whose obsession for music welcomes all formats. Through it all, the joy and fascination of music collecting in all its guises comes alive.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1493083759

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9781493083756

Songwriting For Dummies

By: Dave Austin,Jim Peterik,Cathy Lynn

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Songwriting For Dummies

By: Dave Austin,Jim Peterik,Cathy Lynn

Proven techniques for songwriting success This friendly, hands-on guide tackles the new face of the recording industry, guiding you through the shift from traditional sales to downloads and mobile music, as well as how you can harness social media networks to get your music "out there." You get basic songwriting concepts, insider tips and advice, and inspiration for writing — and selling — meaningful, timeless songs. Songwriting 101 — get a grip on everything you need to know to write a song, from learning to listen to your "inner voice" to creating a "mood" and everything in between Jaunt around the genres — discover the variety of musical genres and find your fit, whether it's rock, pop, R&B, gospel, country, or more Let the lyrics out — master the art of writing lyrics, from finding your own voice to penning the actual words to using hooks, verses, choruses, and bridges Make beautiful music — find your rhythm, make melodies, and use chords to put the finishing touches on your song Work the Web — harness online marketing and social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and others to get your music heard by a whole new audience Open the book and find: What you need to know before you write a single note Tips on finding inspiration Ways to use poetic devices in lyrics Computer and Web-based shortcuts and technologies to streamline songwriting A look at famous songwriting collaborators Writing for stage, screen, and television How to make a demo to get your song heard Advice on how to make money from your music Learn to: Develop your songwriting skills with tips and techniques from the pros Use social networking sites to get your music out to the public Break into the industry with helpful, how-to instructions

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John Wiley & Sons

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047089041X

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9780470890417

1000 Songs that Rock Your World

From Rock Classics to one-Hit Wonders, the Music That Lights Your Fire

By: Dave Thompson

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1000 Songs that Rock Your World

From Rock Classics to one-Hit Wonders, the Music That Lights Your Fire

By: Dave Thompson

1000 Songs That Rock Your World is the ultimate visual guide to the best rock music ever produced. From Abba to ZZ Top, it's not simply the ideal playlist, it's a one-stop catalog of a half-century of Rock 'n' Roll. Showcasing songs by nearly 500 artists in all rock genres, 1000 Songs That Rock Your World goes behind the scenes to uncover the fascinating story of the creation, significance, and popularity of these dynamic hits. More than 500 eye-popping color photos of concert action shots, album covers, posters, tickets, guitars, and more. Indexed by ranking, artist, and year for easy reference. Featuring: • Buddy Holly • The Beatles • Elvis • Jimi Hendrix • The Beach Boys • The Rolling Stones • Lou Reed • The Grateful Dead • The Who • The Allman Brothers • Simon & Garfunkel • Bob Dylan • Queen • Pink Floyd • Led Zeppelin • Neil Young • Bruce Springsteen • Green Day • and Hundreds More!

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Penguin

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144021879X

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Led Zeppelin: The 'Tight But Loose' Files

By: Dave Lewis

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Led Zeppelin: The 'Tight But Loose' Files

By: Dave Lewis

The long-awaited sequel to Zeppelin expert Dave Lewis’ acclaimed first edition of Led Zeppelin: A Celebration, this new book on the legendary band includes exclusive interviews, analysis of concerts both during and after the Zeppelin era, and detailed accounts of important turning points in Led Zeppelin’s career. Chapters include the recording of Led Zeppelin IV, and their appearances at Earls Court in 1975 and Knebworth in 1979. It also includes the Tight But Loose interviews with Peter Grant and John Paul Jones, as well as collaborations between Page and Plant in the 90s. With a foreword by bass player John Paul Jones. Color and black and white photos.

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Omnibus Press

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0857122207

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9780857122209

Rock Formations

Categorical Answers to how Band Names Were Formed

By: Dave Wilson

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Rock Formations

Categorical Answers to how Band Names Were Formed

By: Dave Wilson

ROCK FORMATIONS is a non-fiction title covering the origins of music group and artist stage names. The entries (of which there are more than 1,000) are grouped into categories with similar themes, for example, those names which were inspired by movies, those inspired by places, etc. There is a comprehensive index, and hypertext links to all entries within the e-book.

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0974848352

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9780974848358

Der Storyteller

By: Dave Grohl

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Der Storyteller

By: Dave Grohl

Drummer von Nirvana, Band Leader der Foo Fighters, erfolgreicher Solokünstler: Dave Grohl ist einer der größten Rockstars unserer Zeit – und seine Stories sind der lässigste Bestseller im Herbst 2021 "Es gibt einen roten Faden, der sich durch alles zieht, was ich tue: das Geschichtenerzählen. Ob in Liedern, Filmen oder auf Instagram, ich habe immer das Bedürfnis, Momente aus meinem Leben zu teilen." Dave Grohl ist ein Weltstar auf den Musikbühnen. Und er ist ein fulminanter Erzähler. Von den Geschichten seines Lebens handelt sein Buch: von einschneidenden Erlebnissen in Kindheit und Jugend, vom Aufbruch aus der Familie in die Welt der Musik, von eindrücklichen Begegnungen, einem Auftritt im Weißen Haus oder auch einem partysprengenden Feuerwerk bei einer Familienfeier ... Grohl schildert ein Leben in voller Lautstärke, das reich ist an lustigen Absurditäten wie auch berührenden Momenten.

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Ullstein Buchverlage

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3843725683

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9783843725682

Never Fade Away

The Kurt Cobain Story

By: Dave Thompson

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Never Fade Away

The Kurt Cobain Story

By: Dave Thompson

Never Fade Away is Dave Thompson's inside look at the life of one of the most thought-provoking men of all time - Kurt Cobain. Examining an artistic grunge rock genius who was light years ahead of his time, this is an unfailing account of Nirvana's rise and Cobain eventual descent.

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St. Martin's Paperbacks

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1429937688

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9781429937689

Toute mon histoire

Carnets de vie et de musique

By: Dave Grohl

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Toute mon histoire

Carnets de vie et de musique

By: Dave Grohl

« Chez certains, c’est le goût qui provoque des réminiscences ; pour d’autres, c’est le regard ou l’odorat. Dans mon cas, c’est le son, jouant comme une mixtape jamais achevée en attente d’être envoyée. [...]Montez le son. Tendez l’oreille avec moi. » Dave Grohl, l’un des musiciens les plus brillants de sa génération, nous livre un portrait authentique, brut et honnête d’une vie extraordinaire faite de moments ordinaires. Toute mon histoire regorge de souvenirs : ses tournées punk effrénées avec Scream, son entrée chez Nirvana puis l'effondrement brutal du groupe, la création des Foo Fighters et ses tours du monde en tant que père de famille... Avec un humour percutant et un regard lucide sur la célébrité, Dave Grohl nous raconte ses histoires comme il écrit ses chansons : avec toute son âme. À propos de l'auteurDave Grohl est un musicien, chanteur, réalisateur et auteur-compositeuraméricain. Batteur du groupe Nirvana dans les années 1990, il fonde celui desFoo Fighters quelques années plus tard. Il y est aujourd’hui encore chanteur etguitariste, et écrit la plupart de ses morceaux.

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