The bigger ratt got, the more excessive lead singer stephen pearcy and his pussy pirates became. If you are hoping for a tell all rock n roll book about the band ratt you can skip this book. Tickets for the approaching stephen pearcy concert are in stock. In the mid1980s one of the biggest bands around was ratt, led by singer stephen pearcy. Ratt singer talks to rock book show about sex, drugs. One thing that really stands out in the book is that, partying etc aside, you had a killer drive and entrepreneurial spirit from a very young age. Pearcys stunningly honest rock n roll confessional, by turns incredible, hilarious, and. You can follow any responses to this entry through the rss 2. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Stephen pearcy posted the following on his facebook page. So i must have read pretty much every rock book going, in some cases even ones where i. It is unclear at this time as to why he was arrested. In january 2012, singer stephen pearcy said ratt was in the process of writing material for a new album, planned to be released that summer. Ratts stephen pearcy arrested on stage sofakingcool.
In 2010 blotzer released an autobiographical book, tales of a ratt things you shouldnt know. My life in rock kindle edition by pearcy, stephen, benjamin, sam. Unfollow stephen pearcy book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Cranking out metal just as metal got hot, ratt was the perfect band at the perfect time, and their hit single round and round became a topselling anthem. What i did get from this book is that pearcy is a self absorbed sex and drug addict. Pearcys personality translates well to the page and his expected gaps in memory are supplemented with brief anecdotes from his friends and colleagues. It mostly talks about pearcy getting laid and doing drugs as much as possible.
Welcome to heavy metal rock n roll, circa 1980, when all you needed was the right look, burning ambition, and a chance. Front row tickets will not be any concern, we always have great seats. Stephen pearcy delivers a standard riseandfall rock saga but if you are a fan of ratt and 80s glam, its a quick and amusing read. Including, his early life in san diego his high school was the inspiration for fast times at ridgemont high. Vocalist stephen pearcy of ratt was arrested on stage during their performance in michigan on friday, july 7. Pearcy, who once held a platinum card for debauchery,tells tales from his new book. Concert schedules for all stephen pearcy concerts are updated up to. Its good but it clearly just told the life of pearcy and robbin crosby and you didnt have the impression to have a. In conjunction with the release, pearcy has scheduled some book signings. Other than motleys infamous the dirt it is rare that you read a rock book that makes you want to apply antibacterial soap to your brain but the new autobio from longtime ratt frontman stephen pearcy is a piece of work.
This is so disappointing in that the majority of the book is about stephens sexual conquests and drug taking. I know what youre thinking solo albums by lead singers are usually boring as hell. Check out the latest pictures, photos and images of stephen pearcy. It barely touches any of the inner workings of ratt. Stephen pearcy talks sex, drugs, ratt and roll book youtube. The big news is that 1980s stalwarts ratt are getting back together to tour. In 2009 metal sludge reported that he was arrested and booked on charges of domestic violence. I would have loved to read a memoir from pearcy that revolved around his professional life. My life in rock ebook written by stephen pearcy, sam benjamin. Join facebook to connect with stephen pearcy and others you may know. Sam benjamin welcome to heavy metal rock n roll, circa 1980, when all you needed was the right look, burning ambition, and a chance. Other than motleys infamous the dirt it is rare that you read a rock book that makes. Uncomfortable interviews retrospective 0826090308 duration. There was no reason to do that because, unfortunately, our drummer bad rapped his own band in his book, not knowing the consequences.
We have teached out to stephen who has yet to reply. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Stephen pearcy didnt give details of the recording of ny ratt albums or technicals things about the band. My life in rock by pearcy, stephen, benjamin, sam isbn. A true rock n roll life with sex and drugs and ratt n roll. This entry was posted on tuesday, august th, 20 at 1.
Everybody has heard about the excess and debauchery for which the 80s were known, myself included, but never before have i seen it presented in such gritty, shocking, and honest detail. In 2007 stephen pearcy reunited with the group, thus putting an end to the tensions between the two. I interviewed pearcy for classic rock a few years ago and found him to. Its exactly what youd want from one of the kings of the 80s hair metal scene. Stephen pearcy has a very distinctive voice which i also happen to like. Go to the articles website to click on the video interview. My life in rock is exactly what the premise of the title indicates, if that suits you, great, if it doesnt, thats fine too. Ratts stephen pearcy had a threeaday groupie quota. Stephen pearcy tour dates has recently been reported.
Cranking out metal just as metal got hot, ratt was the perfect band at the perfect time, and their hit single round and round became a topselling. On january 27, 2017 he will release a new solo album titled smash. My life in rock may 7, 20 by stephen pearcy, sam benjamin 312. Stephen pearcy is the author of sex, drugs, ratt roll 3. Stephen pearcy and supergroup ratt hit the bullseye. A memoir by stephen pearcy welcome to heavy metal rock n roll, circa 1980, when all you needed was the right look, burning ambition, and a chance. You can read other excerpts of the interview with stephen pearcy at the metal voices website or listen to the interview below. My life in rock by sam benjamin and stephen pearcy 20, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. On march 22, bassist robbie crane announced his departure from ratt to focus on lynch mob.