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Post by bostonian on Oct 16, 2014 10:16:20 GMT -5
I thought it would be a good idea to have a central thread for all reviews on Joe's book, so I'm highjacking Bostonian's thread for this. - AeroCooper
So I was able to get a copy of the book and am half way through reading it. One of the great things about this book is that unlike what the press and saying - it really isn't a "Bash Steven" book, but rather a book about Joe and his journey's through life. One thing that really stands out to me so far (I am up to the Draw the Line Sessions), is that reading through his book it feels like I am on that journey with him through the 60's, into the 70s and of course further down the line. His admiration of Frank Connelly and his own father are really heart warming - and his family life really stands out. Joe to me, comes off as any one of us - a really good down to earth guy, who loves nothing more than just going out playing. I got experience that intimate setting when he was touring with the new version of the project with Hagen - his love of playing. So far I am really enjoying this read a lot more than Steven's book or Joey's book. There is a real groove and flow to it, that makes it an addictive read.
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Post by lin on Oct 16, 2014 10:31:59 GMT -5
So I was able to get a copy of the book and am half way through reading it. One of the great things about this book is that unlike what the press and saying - it really isn't a "Bash Steven" book, but rather a book about Joe and his journey's through life. One thing that really stands out to me so far (I am up to the Draw the Line Sessions), is that reading through his book it feels like I am on that journey with him through the 60's, into the 70s and of course further down the line. His admiration of Frank Connelly and his own father are really heart warming - and his family life really stands out. Joe to me, comes off as any one of us - a really good down to earth guy, who loves nothing more than just going out playing. I got experience that intimate setting when he was touring with the new version of the project with Hagen - his love of playing. So far I am really enjoying this read a lot more than Steven's book or Joey's book. There is a real groove and flow to it, that makes it an addictive read. Good review and I agree. I've read the whole book and it is most definitely not a bash Steven book. I've notice that most of the press, now that the book is out, has backed off from that spin too. Yes, as a child of the 70s, it's been kind of nostalgic reading about what was happening during those times. It was certainly a far different world then, in so many ways, for me.
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Post by AeroCooper on Oct 16, 2014 11:09:16 GMT -5
I'm even more interested in reading this book after reading this review. Thanks! Now I just need to find the time to actually read it in between all the other books I am reading.
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Post by krawhitham222 on Oct 16, 2014 15:13:39 GMT -5
I'm even more interested in reading this book after reading this review. Thanks! Now I just need to find the time to actually read it in between all the other books I am reading. If you have a decent commute to work you could grab the audiobook version (which Joe narrates).
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Post by tomass on Oct 16, 2014 16:13:06 GMT -5
I'm even more interested in reading this book after reading this review. Thanks! Now I just need to find the time to actually read it in between all the other books I am reading. If you have a decent commute to work you could grab the audiobook version (which Joe narrates). That is actually pretty cool.
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Post by aerognr87 on Oct 17, 2014 16:19:54 GMT -5
Nice review.
I actually skipped to the later years of the book (1988-present) simply because there's been scant written about that era to date. Joe's coverage of this era is more comprehensive and organized and probably more accurate than any of the other books (WTW, Steven's, or Joey's). Walk This Way had almost nothing regarding this period of the band other than the Tim Collins drama, while Steven and Joey focused more on their personal lives, which is understandable, but they really left out a lot of important stuff regarding the band, the albums, the touring, etc. Joe really dove more into the band stuff that went on during this era (not really skipping any albums or tours) and it is extremely well organized and makes for a great read. Props to Joe for more clearly setting the record straight on a lot of things. Although it's interesting that he completely ignored the song "Cryin'" and its video, but discussed just about all the other songs and videos from Get a Grip. I don't know if that was intentional or not.
I will get back to reading the early years though.
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Post by AeroCooper on Oct 23, 2014 10:28:32 GMT -5
I have just started reading this finally, and its really interesting so far. OK, to be honest, I was a little bored at first so I was skimming the first chapter, but as soon as it got to the part in Chapter 1 about Lake Sunapee it got better fast and has been excellent ever since.
I'm only a few chapters in, but I'll write more later. For now though, I highly recommend this to anyone who is on the fence about it. The writing style is really good and its kind of exciting reading this background info that all ties into the creation of Aerosmith.
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Post by AeroCooper on Oct 23, 2014 19:23:20 GMT -5
aarrgghh...so....good...can't stop reading!!
Next stop - Commonwealth Avenue
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Post by AeroCooper on Oct 24, 2014 5:20:52 GMT -5
Its even interesting to hear the same old stories when they are told from a different point of view. Instead of Steven saying "I was out mowing the lawn when suddenly here come Joe in his little sports car" We now get to hear Joe's side: "I was out driving around town one day in my MG when I saw Steven out mowing his lawn"
I don't know, I think its pretty cool. As Joe has said several times already, Steven never shuts the fuck up, so its good to hear Joe's take on these stories (and a LOT more) for once.
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Post by AeroCooper on Oct 24, 2014 18:14:36 GMT -5
"I'd get high, but not fall down high. I'd get loaded, but not to where I couldn't play. In fact - at least in this beginning stage - you could argue that the booze and the blow could not only be felt in the music but amplified the character of the music. I'm convinced that later on, when we got better drugs, the music got better as well" ~ Joe Perry
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2014 21:33:03 GMT -5
Just got it and skimmed the last few chapters. Interesting so far. Can't wait to delve into it.
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Post by AeroCooper on Oct 30, 2014 5:24:19 GMT -5
I guess no one else is reading this? So...over the years I have heard bits and pieces about how Tim Collins was manipulating the band, but man, that guy was an insecure little douche canoe who would do anything to keep his hold over the band. The things I've read in the press are only the surface of a very deep cesspool of deception on his part.
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Post by lin on Oct 30, 2014 7:01:37 GMT -5
I guess no one else is reading this? So...over the years I have heard bits and pieces about how Tim Collins was manipulating the band, but man, that guy was an insecure little douche canoe who would do anything to keep his hold over the band. The things I've read in the press are only the surface of a very deep cesspool of deception on his part. I read the book right after it came out. I think it's a great book. Very straight forward and comprehensive. I agree. Collins was a real piece of work. Definitely very insecure... he wasn't little though.. LOL.. he was a big fat ass. Very smart and very manipulative. It's amazing that the band didn't seem to catch on to this about him for years. Steven seemed to be the most skeptical about him from the very start, but he wasn't about their former managers. Leber and Krebs were also very manipulative, so you'd think that they would have caught on to Collins sooner, but they were manipulative in a different way. Besides taking advantage of a young group of artists, who knew nothing about business, I do believe they also had a big hand in stifling Joe's progress with the Project. I think Joe saw that so when he went to Collins, he was just happy to get with someone he thought he could trust. But of course, he really couldn't for different reasons. I think Leber and Krebs were just greedy. I think Tim Collins had far more deep seated mental issues.
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Post by anaix3l on Oct 31, 2014 17:38:11 GMT -5
I'm still waiting for my package to arrive. I chose the cheapest delivery and even that was more than half the book...
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Post by petertherock on Nov 1, 2014 22:23:58 GMT -5
I just finished it today and man...I never realized how far gone Steven Tyler was and is...both musically and drug wise. Makes me wonder if my friend was right about looking like he was high on pain killers at the Mansfield show. After reading Joe's book I am thinking at this point they should just keep touring every summer and forget about another album. It's obvious Steven isn't going to stop trying to write "hits" with outside writers.
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