Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Best Music Writing of 2009

I recently finished this book, which took me through the supposed best music writing of last year. I don't know who chose some of the pieces, which I openly acknowledge were well-written, but also openly acknowledge put me to sleep 5 times before I finished them.

Of course, there were some gems - reminders of the absolute mastery of the writing craft - that made me shiver with delight. Inspiration, folks. That's what it's all about.

I'd like you to take a look at my absolute favorite article included in the book:

Unauthorized! Axl Rose, Albert Goldman, and the renegade art of rock biography, by James Parker

This guy writes a 5-page article, and from my perspective, it must have taken 5 years of research. Goddammit dude! Those are what I call skills!

1 comment:

  1. Glad to see you read the book I sent your way. We are but students of this craft!

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