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Chasing an Illusive Dream
Frankie Valen's autobiography, "Chasing An Illusive Dream," is a story that contains the drama and pathos that inspired the old cliché, "Truth is stranger than fiction." This story of a pop-singer is about fame and the loss of it, separation from family and children, and a dramatic return to the Lord. "Frankie's story is a story of rags to riches to rags that started back in 1967 but left him with an enduring celebrity status." Linda Stinnett, Derby, KS Informer. This book will help give the reader his family history, and the story of the mistakes and accomplishments he made, and the incredible journey he took. His feelings of rejection at every turn, the constant fear of never being accept...
The Day the Music Died: The Last Tour of Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens
The Last Tour of Buddy Holly, the 'Big Bopper' and Ritchie Valens. The tragic deaths of these three fifties Rock n Roll stars was immortalised in Don McLean's classic hit American Pie. The poignant story of the build-up to, events of, and the fall-out from the infamous 'Day The Music Died' are told here in painstaking chronological detail. A must for any serious rock n roll fan or student.
Chasing an Illusive Dream
Frankie Valens autobiography, Chasing An Illusive Dream, is a story that contains the drama and pathos that inspired the old clich, Truth is stranger than fiction. This story of a pop-singer is about fame and the loss of it, separation from family and children, and a dramatic return to the Lord. Frankies story is a story of rags to riches to rags that started back in 1967 but left him with an enduring celebrity status. Linda Stinnett, Derby, KS Informer. This book will help give the reader his family history, and the story of the mistakes and accomplishments he made, and the incredible journey he took. His feelings of rejection at every turn, the constant fear of never being accepted or good...
The Oracle of Del-Fi
Legendary rock 'n' roll mogul Bob Keane, president of Del-Fi Records, tells a story within a story, dealing not only with the West Coast record scene of the '50s and '60s, but also with his life journey as a man in search of his dream.
Heaven Can't Wait
Life Begins At The Edge Of Your Comfort ZoneThis book is a third in the sequel to author and singer, Frankie Valens' novels - "Voices In The Wind," and "Twisted Twiggs." The lead character in this novel is Andrew and Portia Piepper's son, Juda. After Juda's girlfriend, Jennifer, has an asthma attack and passes out, her fall leaves her in a coma. Juda stays by her side for weeks, but when it appears as if there is no hope, he heads to Colorado and away from Lawrence, Kansas and the college he graduated from.He gets a surprise visit when Jennifer's twin brother and Juda's best friend, Eli, arrives and tries to convince Juda to come back. Will Juda's love for Jennifer prevail? What about the murder they both witnessed in an abandoned building? Will they become suspects? This novel has many surprises with twists and turns along the way which help to provide an element of suspense, drama, intrigue, and a touch of romance. Hang onto your seats. This could be a bumpy ride!
Fun with Oldies
A Must Have for DJs & Oldies Music Lovers Everywhere! "FUN with Oldies" is a Book of Lists of 50's, 60's, 70's Plus Oldies & Classic Rock & Roll Songs categorized by idea, genre or theme. It started as a feature on My Radio Show when "Gearhead Ed" asked for some CARtoons for "Classic Car Week" like Little Deuce Coupe-Beach Boys, GTO-Ronnie & The Daytonas, or Mustang Sally-Wilson Pickett. You get the idea. Then I started doing three song sets on a variety of different themes calling it "Fun with Oldies". The popularity grew until my loyal listeners requested my music sets! COOL! "Fun with Oldies" The Book was born. Over 180 categories including CARtoons, Susie Songs, Slow Jams, Candy Songs, One Hit Wonders, Girl Groups, Teen Idols, Angels & Devils, Happy Songs, Crying Tunes, Jungle Fever, Jailbird, Wild Wild West, & A Day The Music Died Feature. A Special Addition to Any Oldies Library!!! Buy it, & you'll soon be having your own "FUN with Oldies"! Share the Lunacy! You'll Love it!
The Random Factor
"Luck, chance, and randomness are topics that virtually everyone can relate to and that each of us have been affected by. The Random Factor explores these subjects using a vast array of evidence, fresh insights, and compelling stories based upon the author's long standing research. The range of subjects and scholarship is far reaching and compelling. From history, to the natural world, to our everyday lives, chance is shown to play an important role in shaping various outcomes. Just as important, The Random Factor details the dynamics that determine the ways that luck and chance play themselves out, and it reveals the lessons to be learned in terms of guiding our personal lives and social policies. Mark Robert Rank leads his readers on a fascinating journey across the shifting sands of chance and luck. It is a journey that will change the way we fundamentally understand the world we live in and the manner in which our lives unfold"--
Ritchie Valens
A biography of Valens with an analysis of the significance of his music which incorporated the Latin sound into rock and roll.
The Fabulous Fifties
Ever wondered why the 1950s is dubbed as the Fabulous Fifties? Well, The Fabulous Fifties will lay out the best of its years to reinforce the magnificence of their reign. James Foster talks about fifties fashion, trends, lifestyle, and how the people lived their daily lives, but not only on that, the book also comprehensively tackles the finest of fifties music. The music in the 1950s played a big part in the lives of the people, and the book highlights the remarkable music made at this time. Several music personalities as well as their respective songs that made it to the Billboard charts are included and discussed thoroughly. The diversity in music that created harmony in the lives of the people will forever be etched in eternity. The fifties will always be an epitome of grandeur, so be serenaded and read in awe as you relive the beauty of the fifties in The Fabulous Fifties.
