This book is just plain fun. It's written in a casual manner, and reads like a talk with an older, wiser, friend about his experiences in a life lived around the drum. From a story of a fire in a crowded theatre presided over by Wolfman Jack, to talk of Conjure Drumming, Buddy lays down a mellow beat that is a pleasure to spend time with. And interesting pictures, too. The accompanying cd is well recorded and FUN! Buy this book and relax. Drum and be happy; insights will come as they come! Good book, Buddy! :-)