Backstage Pass, Paul Stanley
Backstage Pass, Paul Stanley
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Backstage Pass

Author: Paul Stanley

Narrator: Sean Pratt

Unabridged: 4 hr 38 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperAudio

Published: 04/30/2019


Synopsis

The New York Times bestselling author and front man and rhythm guitarist of KISS grants fans an all-access backstage pass to his personal life and shows them how to pursue a rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle of their own, offering hard-won advice from a music legend.In this follow-up to his popular bestseller Face the Music, the Starchild takes us behind the scenes, revealing what he’s learned from a lifetime as the driving force of KISS, and how he brings his unique sensibility not only to his music career but to every area of his life—from business to parenting to health and happiness.Backstage Pass takes you beyond the makeup as Paul shares fascinating details about his life—his fitness routine, philosophy, business principles, how he maintains his inspiration, passion, and joy after nearly 50 years of mega success including selling out tours, 100 million albums sold and an art career that has amassed over 10 million dollars in sales. Divulging more true stories of the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer’s relationships, hardships, and pivotal moments, it offers surprising lessons on the discipline and hard work that have made him one of the healthiest and most successful rock ‘n’ roll icons in history.This is the book for fans who love living large, but also want to take control and move ahead in everyday life. Paul shows you how you can rock ‘n’ roll all night and party every day—without missing a beat.

About Paul Stanley

Paul Stanley is the frontman and rhythm guitarist for KISS, which he cofounded in New York City in 1973. He is the designer of numerous KISS album covers, costumes, and concert stages, in addition to writing many of KISS's most successful songs. With sales of more than one hundred million records worldwide, KISS sits atop the list of American bands, with the most gold-certified albums earned in history. Along with his bandmates, Stanley was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. A painter, with art sales reaching two million dollars; a solo musician; a musical stage performer; founding partner in Rock & Brews restaurants; and co-owner of the Arena Football League's L.A. KISS, Stanley is a committed and active supporter of various Wounded Warrior Project organizations. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Erin, and four children.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Michelle on August 04, 2019

Bought it at a book signing to I got a fist pump out of the deal! This is like the philosophical side of our Starchild. I can't imagine getting a lot out of this if you haven't read Face the Music ( which I think is a terrific rock star autobiography). Nor is it an intro book if you haven't been a K......more

Goodreads review by Eric Wroblewski on May 16, 2019

Not incredibly insightful. More of a "look what I did" than anything else......more

Goodreads review by Alex on May 20, 2019

Beside the money grab I’m not sure why he wrote this. Boring.......more

Goodreads review by Stephen on May 31, 2019

Interesting book from a guy who not long ago threatened violence against stage crew workers and fans whom displeased him, but is now giving advice on how to proceed in life. It would have been much more interesting now that he has two daughters, to learn in this 'me-too' era what he thinks about adv......more

Goodreads review by Randy on April 30, 2019

Common sense and passion Paul Stanley is a man who wears many hats. All of them have one thing in common. A desire to succeed combined with a passion for self satisfaction. For me it will always be the epitome of what a Rock Star and front man should be. That is the man that resonates with me, but if......more