This oral autobiography of Jimmy Page, the intensely private mastermind behind Led Zeppelin one of the most enduring bands in rock history is the most complete and revelatory portrait of the legendary guitarist ever published. More than 30 years after disbanding in 1980, Led Zeppelin continues to be celebrated for its artistic achievements, broad musical influence, and commercial success. The band's notorious exploits have been chronicled in bestselling books; yet none of the individual members of the band has penned a memoir nor cooperated to any degree with the press or a biographer. In...
This oral autobiography of Jimmy Page, the intensely private mastermind behind Led Zeppelin one of the most enduring bands in rock history is the most...
"Every guitar player will want to read this book twice. And even the casual music fan will find a thrilling narrative that weaves together cultural history, musical history, race, politics, business case studies, advertising, and technological discovery." --Daniel Levitin, Wall Street JournalAn unprecedented history of the electric guitar, its explosive impact on music and culture, and the players and builders who brought it to life For generations the electric guitar has been an international symbol of freedom, danger, rebellion, and hedonism. In Play It Loud,...
"Every guitar player will want to read this book twice. And even the casual music fan will find a thrilling narrative that weaves together cultural...