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John Bonham and the Rise of Led Zeppelin

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By: C. M. Kushins, Dave Grohl - introduction
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A compelling narrative biography of the legendary drummer John Bonham, his wild ride with iconic rock band Led Zeppelin, and the highs and lows that made up his wild (and tragically short) life.

John Bonham is considered by many to be one of the greatest drummers of all time. He was recruited to join the band who would eventually become known as Led Zeppelin–and before the year was out, Bonham and his bandmates would become the richest rock band in the world.

Throughout the 1970s, Led Zeppelin reached new heights of commercial and critical success, making them one of the most influential groups of the era, both in musical style and in their approach towards the workings of the entertainment industry. In September of 1980, Bonham–plagued by alcoholism, anxiety, and the after-effects of years of excess–was found dead by his bandmates.

As Adam Budofsky, managing editor of Modern Drummer, explains, "If the king of rock 'n' roll was Elvis Presley, then the king of rock drumming was certainly John Bonham." Biographies & Memoirs Music Biography Entertainment & Celebrities Celebrity

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"C.M. Kushins gives us a wild, behind-the-scenes look at one of the greatest rock bands ever, and brings John ‘Bonzo’ Bonham back to life in this well-written rock classic."
—Peter Leonard, Bestselling Author of Voices of the Dead
Insightful Content • Comprehensive Biography • Detailed History • Fascinating Stories • Informative Perspective

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very insightful never knew the details of the in famous bill gram story it had me listening to the old albums

sad waste

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I know and love Led Zeppelin so I decided to read this book. I quickly learned I knew absolutely nothing of any one of the band members.. This was a captivating journey into the life and work of John Bonham, arguably, the greatest drummer of all time. It was an great book amd an easy listen.

Amazing journey!

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This is such a great book! Brings an in-depth telling of Bonzo’s life with tons of quotes from family and friends. The stories told about him are just mind blowing. Sharing the life of a family man forced to be on the road “alone”, really puts things in to perspective when it comes to being away from your loved ones!

When The Levee Breaks!

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While this was a detailed telling of Bonham’s life with good information about what made him a drumming god, there was too much detail for my tastes about his boorish, violent behavior. It has tainted my enjoyment of the music. Not the author’s fault of course.

Wish I Could Unsee Bonzo’s Life

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Loved it. Wanted to hear more every time I put it down. Would recommend to any drummer or Led Zepp fan.

Wonderful a great ride

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