Gary Herman cuts through the PR spin to expose rock and roll’s long history of decadence and degradation. From the stars of the 1950s to the rappers, divas, and heavy metal icons of today, he d
This definitive study charts the career of Tim Burton from his days as a malcontent animator at Walt Disney Productions to his current place as one of America’s most remarkable directors. It ex
Jeff Buckley: Mystery White Boy Blues is a haunting exploration of the life, death, and musical legacy of a truly unique artist. The estranged son of cult sixties musician Tim Buckley, Jeff emerged f
Poet, shaman, Dionysian drunk, and druggie, Doors lead singer Jim Morrison quickly achieved cult status after his death in 1971. In The Lizard King, Jerry Hopkins reassesses Jim Morrison's life and p
This detailed biography tracks the meteoric rise and tumultuous history of this seminal group and its enigmatic leader, Eddie Vedder. Noted rock chronicler Martin Clarke explores Pearl Jam’s re
Not long ago, Robert Pattinson was best known for his supporting role in the Harry Potter films. Now the young British actor is everywhere, provoking headline-grabbing hysteria wherever he goes. His
Thanks to his performance as lovelorn werewolf Jacob Black in The Twilight Saga and his years of acting in movies and television, Taylor Lautner is an upcoming international star with an already esta
Split into two meticulously researched biographies of Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner the smoldering young stars who brought Stephenie Meyer’s lovelorn rivals to life on screen —
Many different voices, all speaking of the vibrant lives and times of four young men, and the legacy that touched the whole world.As long as popular culture exists, the music, image and legend of the
Over thirty years since their triumphant victory at the Eurovision Song Contest with Waterloo’ in 1974, ABBA’s unfailing popularity remains. From dancefloor classics like Danc
The book 'The Boss' hoped would never be published — an explosive unauthorized biography written with the help of Mike Appel, Springsteen's former producer/manager. Based on exclusive interview
Rebel, visionary and uncompromising champion of human rights, Robert Nesta Marley rose from the slums of Kingston, Jamaica to become a spiritual and political force throughout the world. Stephen Davi
Recounts the life and career of the versatile Scottish actor who has played a drug abuser in "Trainspotting," Frank Churchill in "Emma," Jedi master Obi-Wan Kenobi as a young man, and many other perio
Noted entertainment writer Brian Robb opens a window onto the life of talented actor and rap artist Will Smith, in a new photobiography sure to please his many fans. Smith's talents emerged at an ear
Glenn Baker traces the Monkees' meteoric rise to fame, the adulation and hostility they faced at the top of pop's ladder, and their sudden decline. Illustrated with over 200 photographs, including Mo
Before there was Ringo, there was Pete. Drummer with the Beatles from 1960 to 1962, Best played with the band in Liverpool and Hamburg, then was unceremoniously dropped on the eve of fame and fortune
The Planet of the Apes Chronicles analyzes the science fiction and allegorical themes that run through the original Planet of the Apes films as well as Tim Burton’s remake to be released in Aug
The Battles Literary Anthology is a unique volume containing over 40 years of interviews, articles, reviews and essays, on subjects ranging from the Fab Four's origins in Liverpool, to their influenc
The New York Dolls played an integral role in laying the foundations of punk rock. By taking the flamboyant sass of Jagger and Richards to outrageous extremes and combining it with down-and-dirty roc
