Just finished Joe Perry’s book which comes out this Tuesday called “Rocks”. As many know Aerosmith was one of my very first ever favorite bands. I grew up with the Live Bootleg poster on my wall as a kid. To me they are still the best of the bands from that era by far because they all play as well as ever, they are all original, and their music is timeless. I have said many times it is remarkable what this band does still at this age on stage more than 40n years after they formed. But the Aerosmith story is loaded with drama (like many bands), some known well, some not. Joe’s book takes us on that journey brilliantly through the bands, as well as his own personal ups and downs. The book is so well written and it really has a way of putting you right in the room with whatever is happening. Credit to Joe and his writer David Ritz on that. While many will no doubt focus in on the very complex relationship between Joe and Steven (which is a good part of the book), and the years of drug abuse, there is so much more to take in. The reviews will no doubt focus on the barbs that Joe tosses Steven’s way because everyone loves drama, but there is just as much of a common bond and brotherhood between these guys as you will find out if you read it. Joe also voices his respect for Brad, Joey and Tom many times, very much the unsung heroes of this iconic band. I also loved reading about Joe’s time out of the band and the Joe Perry Project years. I am a huge fan of that bands 1980 debut album. Joe also talks about his love of the blues greats as well as bands he came up in the 70’s with like Kiss, Cheap Trick, ZZ Top and more. It truly is a great rock n roll read! Joe will be live in studio with me this Monday on my SiriusXM show after he appears on Jimmy Fallon. I am super honored that he has asked me to host his book launch this Tuesday at Barnes & Noble in Union Sq NYC. So much I can’t wait to discuss! The B&N event is open to the public but first come first served as far as capacity (the store will also have stock of both of my books on hand if you are interested). The conversation will also be recorded and posted next Thursday as my first ever podcast with a live audience. Audience questions will be welcome. After the interview Joe will sit and sign his book which is available for the first time that day. As usual I suggest the physical format for the book. It is loaded with great photos and a nice hard cover design. Can’t wait for next week to spend a couple of days with a true icon from one of my all time favorite bands!
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Any idea Eddie why Peter in his book refers to Joey Kramer being a real a-hole? That part always intrigued me.
That completely sucks. The whole greatness of the show comes from the idea you never know whats going to happen . Wall to wall music. Interviews. Guests dropping in. Interacting with the interns. Unplanned phone calls. Dont get me wrong the shows are still good they just cant be great now. No to way replicate the magic of the show live if you record it and then tell us whats going to happen. Can you at least do a metal summit via phone conference and let us find out that night? Or something like that.
My opinon is some metal singers books are true right down to the very heart of the meat there not afarid to tell how they felt about being in the bands they were with and are not scared to dump on another band member if there was grief going on with in the group others they make a book that might be half true half fake who knows. But I will go on the record as saying my favorite aerosmith song is elevators and by far if not the best Aerosmith song one of the best top 10 or 5 Aerosmith songs such a up beat tempo that song screams late 80’s early 90’s all over it just they the song fells and sounds. Now aerosmiths lastest album didn’t get a chance to listen to it I feel from what I read the album was kinda rushed in my opinion I think the whole steven styler on idiol kinda hurt things but that’s just my opinion
Eddie Thank you for your honest review of Joe’s book. I read a couple other reviews that really pissed me off because they immediately sided with ST & believe that JP was only trying to slam ST. I do NOT believe JP wrote this book w/mean spirited attitude, he doesn’t seem to be that way(and you would know because you know them personally). I believe this is JP side of the story-bottom line. We all interpret things differently & this will be the story thru his eyes. We all have the right to feel or see thing our way & it doesn’t mean we are being spiteful. JP seems like a beautiful person within w/shy or quite side to himself that others probably mistake as arrogant. I’ve never looked at JP that way. I couldn’t wait to see your review because being the long time fan of many many years, like myself, I know you always speak of Aerosmith with much respect & honesty. Much love & looking forward to listening to the live podcast! Keep rockin’ kickin’ ass & takin’ names my friend! xx
Meant to ask also when will you start taking new membership signups again. I cant listen to all of your podcast if I’m not a member…Thanks