timebug Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 I have just completed Brice Springsteen's autobiography 'Born To Run'. Strange because I am neither a particular fan of the man or his music, but it was recommended to me by my elder son who had recently read it, so I thought I ought to try it. Very well written,after some 'rock' auto/biogs that are barely literate! Actually written by him, as opposed to talking to a recorder then getting someone to transcribe it; or as a 'as told to' type of book. He explains the mechanics of his writing in an epilogue, and comes across as a caring and thoughtful man,with deep love for his music and family. His sense of loss when saxophone player Clarence Clemons died ia almost palpable in these pages. I was so impressed with the book, that I decided that this year I will try and listen to a lot of his music; as I now know the back story of each album, I hope it will be worthwhile! A pleasant surprise, from someone I have long been 'aware of' but who I had never actually got 'into' musically. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kafka On The Shore Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 I'm quite intrigued by this actually. I'd say I'm a casual fan of his music. I've got some of his albums - Nebraska, The Rising and Tunnel Of Love are my favourites. I've also got a couple of his live DVDs. I'll be investigating this autobiography. Will let you know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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