Runnin' with the Devil: A Backstage Pass to the Wild Times, Loud Rock, and the Down and Dirty Truth Behind the Making of Van Halen
Runnin' with the Devil: A Backstage Pass to the Wild Times, Loud Rock, and the Down and Dirty Truth Behind the Making of Van Halen
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017371
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1970s-1980s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Runnin' with the Devil by Noel E. Monk offers an insider's view of Van Halen's rise to fame. Monk, the band's former manager, shares detailed accounts of life on the road, intense personalities, and the chaotic dynamics within the band. He provides a behind-the-scenes look at the rock and roll lifestyle during Van Halen's early years.
Informative
Gritty
Nostalgic
Adventurous
Humorous
Reviews & Readership
7,283 ratings
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Review Roundup
Runnin' with the Devil by Noel E. Monk is praised for its insider perspective on Van Halen, offering vivid anecdotes and honest accounts of the band's tumultuous rise. Some readers enjoy the behind-the-scenes intrigue, while others find the personal vendettas distracting. Overall, the book provides a compelling, albeit chaotic, glimpse into rock history.
Who Should Read Runnin' with the Devil: A Backstage Pass to the Wild Times, Loud Rock, and the Down and Dirty Truth Behind the Making of Van Halen?
Readers who enjoy Runnin' with the Devil are typically fans of rock music history, especially those intrigued by the inner workings of iconic bands. Similar in appeal to The Dirt by Mötley Crüe or Hammer of the Gods by Stephen Davis, they revel in backstage stories and the chaotic rise of music legends.
7,283 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
371
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1970s-1980s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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