Frontman: Surviving the Rock Star MythBeing the frontman of a popular band is a high-risk profession. Richard Barone, former lead singer of indie rock pioneers the Bongos, survived two decades in the spotlight to tell the tale. From dallying with the glitterati in the trendiest night spots, to learning recording tricks from some of the top names in the music industry, to innovating the intimate chamber-pop genre and emerging as an A-list solo artist and producer, he continues to push the boundaries of modern rock and inventive self-expression. In Frontman, Barone tells his story in a frank and charmingly funny style. We are along for this ride as he recounts the supernova express of New York City stardom and endless parties; sexual politics, divas, disappointments, and drugs; his journey of self-discovery through music; and a lifetime's worth of hard-gained advice for anyone interested in getting into the music business or just surviving in it. |
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Contents
HOW TO HAVE YOUR OWN RADIO SHOW AT AGE SEVEN | 1 |
HOW TO WREAK HAVOC THROUGHOUT YOUR SCHOOL YEARS AND WHY | 9 |
TINY TIM LEARNING THE TRUE MEANING OF FAME | 25 |
I ONLY TOOK WHAT I NEEDEDHOW TO MAKE THE MOVE | 41 |
DRUMS ALONG THE HUDSON HOW TO INVENT A POP MECCA | 57 |
NUMBERS WITH WINGS HOW TO BECOME A CUDDLY POP STAR | 71 |
BLOW UP HOW TO SELFDESTRUCT | 97 |
I BELONG TO ME HOW TO START OVER | 113 |
CLOUDS OVER EDEN KNOWING WHEN TO STOP | 139 |
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