Am I Famous Yet? Memoir of a Working-Class Rock Star

The chapter in which I detail getting my first gigs in NYC with classic soul, rhythm & blues, and rock and roll stars that felt like real success. I even played Shea Stadium! Well, sort of. 

Cover photo: warming up in Carnegie Hall.

The chapter in which I discuss the difference between being able to function in a band versus being able to play something flashy by yourself at a trade show booth. Also, I play an F# that temporarily stops time.

The chapter in which I detail performing in front of the biggest crowd of my career, 82,000 people, without playing a single note.

The chapter in which I detail surviving my troublesome high school years and the quest for self-esteem, identity, acceptance, and life aspirations.

The chapter in which I discuss the actual metrics for and resulting pitfalls of the concept and desirability of fame. Fame - "the condition

of being known or talked about by many people, especially on account of notable achievements.” Be careful what you wish for! 

The chapter in which I detail mishaps on Broadway stages in front of thousands of people and the very public embarrassment thereon.  

The chapter in which I ponder the actual definition of rock stardom, it's various components, and how they do and do not apply to a working-class musician such as myself.

The episode in which I quit my lucrative music business career for a chance at love requiring me to move overseas. It was a grand adventure and romantic idea that ran off into the ditch almost immediately.

Dreaded alarm clocks at 4 am for 6 am flights. And what happens when a band member doesn't show up for the call time? 

The chapter in which I finally make my way to NYC and begin my career in the music business, emphasis on the word business. My adventures in NYC apartments begin in earnest.