Stuffed with insightful and authoritative rock 'n' roll tour stories about daily roadie duties, this is an insider's guide to what it means to live and work with global superstars in the world of rock 'n' roll. This memoir covers the job, the road, the gigs, the band, the relationships, the fame, the failing equipment, and the cold beers after a great show. Behind-the-scenes touring and recording stories are featured, as well as humorous and engaging anecdotes about Matt's relationship with Coldplay as they travel the globe and become one of the biggest bands in the world.
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"[McGinn] shares an intimate, engaging and, more often than not, hilarious, behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like on the road for an outfit as big as Coldplay."—PopMatters.com
About the Author
Matt McGinn is a full-time roadie for the band Coldplay, and a key member of its touring force and trusted friend. He was present during the recording of the last two albums, and has circled the globe many, many times.
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True to his word
Sep 6 2010
By The Scientist
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This book is an honest, forward and excellent piece of writing. Matt wrote in a relaxed conversational tone. He does not pimp Coldplay for drama or sizzle, but instead uses the backdrop of the band as a setting for the life and times of a roadie. Truly enjoyable!
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Fun, interesting, quick read
July 28 2010
By Dennis S. Mitchell
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Huge Coldplay fan here, so no wonder that I loved this book. Would recommend for any music fan who wants to get an inside looking into the touring process from a Roadie to one of the best and biggest bands in the word. Funny, very easy to read, conversational writing style.
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Wonderful insight into the birth of a band and life of a roadie
Sep 11 2010
By seatakers
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Matt has written an engaging novel that provides an informative, insightful look into life from every aspect of the world of a world-reknown musical act. The uncensored, unpolished voice adds a certain charm to the book that keeps you reading. I was allowed the opportunity of stepping backstage with Coldplay and crew, and I enjoyed every minute of it.
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