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PublisherHachette Books
ISBN-100306846683
ISBN-139780306846687
eBay Product ID (ePID)15050028317
Product Key Features
Book TitleBeast : John Bonham and the Rise of Led Zeppelin
Number of Pages480 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2021
TopicHistory & Criticism, Musical Instruments / Percussion, Composers & Musicians, Genres & Styles / Rock
IllustratorYes
GenreMusic, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorC. M. Kushins
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.7 in
Item Weight24.9 Oz
Item Length9.4 in
Item Width6.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2021-939036
Reviews"C.M. Kushins gives us a wild, behind-the-scenes look at one of the greatest rock bands ever, and brings John 'Bonzo' Bonham back to life in this well-written rock classic." -- Peter Leonard, Bestselling Author of Voices of the Dead
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal782.42166092
SynopsisA compelling narrative biography of the legendary drummer John Bonham, his wild ride with iconic rock band Led Zeppelin, and the highs and lows that made up his wild (and tragically short) life. John Bonham is considered by many to be one of the greatest drummers of all time. He was recruited to join the band who would eventually become known as Led Zeppelin-and before the year was out, Bonham and his bandmates would become the richest rock band in the world. Throughout the 1970s, Led Zeppelin reached new heights of commercial and critical success, making them one of the most influential groups of the era, both in musical style and in their approach towards the workings of the entertainment industry. In September of 1980, Bonham-plagued by alcoholism, anxiety, and the after-effects of years of excess-was found dead by his bandmates. As Adam Budofsky, managing editor of Modern Drummer , explains, "If the king of rock 'n' roll was Elvis Presley, then the king of rock drumming was certainly John Bonham.", Beast: John Bonham and the Rise of Led Zeppelin is the first-ever biography of the iconic John Bonham, considered by many to be one of the greatest (if not THE greatest) rock drummer of all time. Bonham first learned to play the drums at the age of five, and despite never taking formal lessons, began drumming for local bands immediately upon graduating from secondary school. By the late 1960s, Bonham was looking for a more solid gig in order to provide his growing family with a more regular income. Meanwhile, following the dissolution of the popular blues rock band The Yardbirds, lead guitarist Jimmy Page sought the company of new bandmates to help him record an album and tour Scandinavia as the New Yardbirds. A few months later, Bonham was recruited to join the band who would eventually become known as Led Zeppelin-and before the year was out, Bonham and his three bandmates would become the richest rock band in the world.In their first year, Led Zeppelin released two albums and completed four US and four UK concert tours. As their popularity exploded, they moved from ballrooms and smaller clubs to larger auditoriums, and eventually started selling out full arenas. Throughout the 1970s, Led Zeppelin reached new heights of commercial and critical success, making them one of the most influential groups of the era, both in musical style and in their approach towards the workings of the entertainment industry. They added extravagant lasers, light shows, and mirror balls to their performances; wore flamboyant and often glittering outfits; traveled in a private jet airliner and rented out entire sections of hotels; and soon become the subject of frequently repeated stories of debauchery and destruction while on tour. In 1977, the group performed what would be their final live appearance in the US, following months of rising fervor and rioting from their fandom. And in September of 1980, Bonham-plagued by alcoholism, anxiety, and the after-effects of years of excess-was found dead by his bandmates.To this day, Bonham is posthumously described as one of the most important, well-known, and influential drummers in rock, topping best of lists describing him as an inimitable, all-time great. As Adam Budofsky, managing editor of Modern Drummer , explained, "If the king of rock 'n' roll was Elvis Presley, then the king of rock drumming was certainly John Bonham."
LC Classification NumberML421.L4
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- 29. Sep. 2021
New Book On John Bonzo Bonham
Great book on the mighty Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham! Over 400 pages covering the life of the greatest rock drummer of all time! Recommended for Zeppelin fans out there!Bestätigter Kauf: Ja
- 21. Sep. 2021
A life packed life in a relatively short span of time
Makes me want to go buy some Led Zeppelin. Again.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 09. Aug. 2025
Great read
It’s an awesome read. It really tells their story.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
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