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  Maximum Volume - The Life of...

  Kenneth Womack

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  Maximum Volume offers a glimpse into the mind, the music, and the man behind the sound of the Beatles. George Martin's working-class childhood and musical influences profoundly shaped his early career in the BBC's Classical Music department and as head of the EMI Group's Parlophone Records. Out of them flowed the genius behind his seven years producing the Beatles' incredible body of work, including such albums as Rubber Soul, Revolver, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and Abbey Road.The first book of two, Maximum Volume traces Martin's early years as a scratch pianist, his life in the Fleet Air Arm during the Second World War, and his groundbreaking work as the head of Parlophone Records, when Martin saved the company from ruin after making his name as a producer of comedy recordings. In its most dramatic moments, Maximum Volume narrates the story of Martin's unlikely discovery of the Beatles and his painstaking efforts to prepare their newfangled sound for the British music marketplace. As the story unfolds, Martin and the band craft numerous number-one hits, progressing toward the landmark album Rubber Soul—all of which bear Martin's unmistakable musical signature.

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  My Appetite for Destruction -...

  Steven Adler, Lawrence J. Spagnola

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  From the original Guns N’ Roses drummer comes a tale of sex, drugs, excess, hairspray, and an intense 20-year struggle with addiction. 
   
  Guns N’ Roses is one of the world’s most successful rock bands, with estimated sales of 90 million albums worldwide. Steven Adler is the original drummer, with an infamous past of sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll that led to his removal from the band. 
   
  And here, for the first time, Steven Adler tells it all. In My Appetite for Destruction, he reveals with wit and candour his personal struggles with drug addiction, including the financial ruin he faced after being kicked out of Guns N’ Roses and the health problems that almost claimed his life several times—two heart attacks, a suicide attempt, and a debilitating stroke, as well as an epic 20-year addiction to crack and heroin. 
   
  Now clean and sober, Steven sets the record straight on his life and his time with Guns N’ Roses, during the rise and collapse of one of the greatest rock bands of all time. 
   
  “Great for the die-hard GNR fan . . . This is a cautionary tale, all the way.” —Penthouse

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  Digital Photography for...

  Stefan Johnston

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  Learning the tricks professionals use to craft a great image design and discovering how they incorporate these into compositions will lay the foundation for you to create amazing photographs. In fact, once you master the art of composition, you’ll know exactly what elements it takes to compose a great shot before you even touch the shutter button! As a result, it will free you up to concentrate on the other ingredients that go into making a beautiful photograph.What you will learnCompositionDSLR MaintenancePlaying with the tones of your skin and imageTouching in Unwanted LinesThe Dial modesRules for Visually Stunning ImagesExtended Exposure for FireworksHaving Fun with LandscapesLightingand More

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  Behind the K-pop Mania -...

  D Nathan Venture

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  Behind the K-Pop Mania: Unveiling the Global Sensation" offers an in-depth exploration into the vibrant world of Korean pop music, from its origins to its current status as a global powerhouse. Discover the history of K-Pop, tracing its evolution from the earliest idol groups to the modern-day phenomena of bands like BTS, and how the Hallyu wave has spread Korean culture worldwide. Delve into the meticulous process behind the making of a K-Pop idol, including the rigorous training regimes and the strategic formation of groups that captivate millions globally. This book also examines the genre's unique blend of music, fashion, and choreography, creating a compelling visual and auditory experience that breaks language barriers and attracts international fans. Additionally, it investigates the role of digital fan cultures, the impact of social media, controversies that have shaped the industry, and future trends that could further influence global music and culture. Join in understanding how K-Pop continues to innovate and captivate on a massive scale, appealing to both dedicated fans and those new to the genre, marking its place as a significant cultural phenomenon.

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  The Rescue Artist - A True Story...

  Edward Dolnick

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  In the predawn hours of a gloomy February day in 1994, two thieves entered the National Gallery in Oslo and made off with one of the world's most famous paintings, Edvard Munch's Scream. It was a brazen crime committed while the whole world was watching the opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympics in Lillehammer. Baffled and humiliated, the Norwegian police turned to the one man they believed could help: a half English, half American undercover cop named Charley Hill, the world's greatest art detective.The Rescue Artist is a rollicking narrative that carries readers deep inside the art underworld -- and introduces them to a large and colorful cast of titled aristocrats, intrepid investigators, and thick-necked thugs. But most compelling of all is Charley Hill himself, a complicated mix of brilliance, foolhardiness, and charm whose hunt for a purloined treasure would either cap an illustrious career or be the fiasco that would haunt him forever.

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  Bob Dylan in Minnesota -...

  K G Miles, Ed Newman, Paul...

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  For Bob Dylan enthusiasts and anyone with an interest in the early life, places and roots of Bob Dylan.
  Bob Dylan was born in Duluth, Minnesota, grew up in nearby Hibbing, and cut his musical teeth in the folk scene of Dinkytown.
  This travel guide brings together wonderful stories from these key locations and the roots and early life of Bob Dylan.
  We also introduce you to four great contributors who live in Dylan's homeland and play an active part in promoting everything Dylan. Ed Newman - writer, artist and promoter of the Duluth Dylan Fest and lives in Duluth. Marc Percansky - concert, music and event promoter based in the Minneapolis Saint Paul. Matt Steichen - journalist, publicist, presenter and big Dylan fan living in Lakeville. And Paul Metsa - musician, songwriter, author, radio and TV host. The Huffington Post called him, 'The other great folksinger from Minnesota's Mesabi Iron Range.'
  We travel back in time to hear stories from his early teacher, tales of the mysterious wandering rabbi, eye-witness accounts from early Dinkytown musical collaborators, as well as being privy to secrets from behind the scenes of the classic 'Blood On The Tracks' album.
  Fascinating insights into the early life of one of the most important songwriters in music history – and told with Minnesota voices.

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