Anthony Bozza is the bestselling author of seven books, renowned for his ability to capture the essence of rock and pop culture royalty. His writing is characterized by a deep trust with his subjects, allowing him to explore not just individual lives but how they reflect broader societal and cultural shifts. Bozza has a particular talent for examining the impact of music and celebrity on American culture and race. Beginning his career at Rolling Stone, he honed his skills crafting insightful portraits before transitioning to writing compelling autobiographies and biographies.
A memoir by the Guns n' Roses guitarist documents his childhood as a biracial son of divorced artist parents; his relationships with such figures as David Bowie, Joni Mitchell, and Seymour Cassell; and his observations about the 1980s music scene.
Rock star Tommy Lee recounts his turbulent life, discussing his years with Motley Crue, his three marriages, his likes and dislikes, the events and people that have shaped his life, and other related topics.
Eminem's journey to fame was anything but straightforward. Born in Kansas City and raised in the Detroit area, he and his mother settled in East Detroit when he was 12. Frequent school changes made it hard to form friendships, graduate, and avoid trouble. However, rap became his refuge, with lunchtime battles providing a reprieve from his struggles. Despite dropping out of school and juggling low-paying jobs, his passion for music remained unwavering. His debut album, Infinite, released in 1996, was met with disappointment, prompting him to create the Slim Shady EP, a project that resonated with the underground hip-hop scene. By being authentic, Eminem's career began to flourish. A chance meeting with Wendy Day from the Rap Coalition led to his participation in the 1997 Rap Olympics in Los Angeles, where he secured second place in freestyle. During this trip, he and his manager handed demos to Interscope Records, leading to his major radio debut on the Wake Up Show, where he captivated listeners with his intense performance. Today, Eminem is a global superstar, known for his controversial and brilliant artistry, and his fans eagerly anticipate insights into his life and career.
Die Autobiografie
Eine wahnwitzige Rockgeschichte - die hoffentlich keine Blaupause für angehende Rockstars ist ... Slash, alias Saul Hudson, geboren am 23. Juli 1965 in London, ist ein echter "Guitar Hero". Seine Geschichte, das erste autobiografische Buch eines Mitglieds von Guns N'Roses, ist beispielhaft und doch einzigartig. Slash erzählt die Wahrheit über seine Jahre als Rockstar in einer der größten Bands des letzten Jahrhunderts, verschweigt nichts und verschont niemanden - am wenigsten sich selbst.