Bill Bruford: The Autobiography: Yes, King Crimson, Earthworks and More |  | Author: Bill Bruford
Publisher: Jawbone Press
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Pages: 352
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Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.8 x 1.3
ISBN: 1906002231
Dewey Decimal Number: 790
EAN: 9781906002237
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Publication Date: March 6, 2009
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Bill Bruford - once called 'the godfather of progressive-rock drumming' - has been at the top of his profession for four decades, playing with Yes, King Crimson, Genesis, and Earthworks. This book presents the memoir of life at the heart of prog rock, art rock, and modern jazz.
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 Best in class June 8, 2010
Paul Millington (Wirral, England)
I'm going to keep this review short. This is the best book on music I have ever read. I was surprised at the high standard of writing, proving he is so much more than just a musician. What was even more surprising, and pleasing, was the range of topics that Bill shines a light on. Really thought-provoking, intelligent, and witty writing, underpinned by his openness and honesty. It really takes you underneath the world of the music business. Well done Bill. A book for serious followers of music.(Also note that the binding and paper quality of the paperback is first-rate, very durable)
 Recommended to all musicians, especially drummers June 6, 2010
Fotis D. Tirokomos (Athens, Greece)
Bruford writes exactly as he plays: clever.
His insight to the music industry and personal story is interesting.
Not to mention the fact the he has been one of the innovative musicians walked on this planet so he has something to say.
Novel, interesting, innovative and absorbing..just like his drumming January 16, 2010
A. Thomson (Edinburgh, UK)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Most self-penned, or ghost written, musician autobiographies are tedious, shallow and badly-written; drifting into car-crash road-tales which keep those that aspire to be like them titillated. This book is exactly the opposite and by a long way, the best musical biography of 2009.
Bill Bruford inspired many drummers with his idiosyncratic sparkling approach to his instrument(s); he deserved an innovative and thoughtful record of his muscial career and I am really delighted that he has written one.
A life well played December 29, 2009
J. Foster Pedley (Cape Town, ZA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is, I think, the best book (of many) I have read in 2009 and one of the most interesting and intelligently-written autobiographies of a creative in any field that I have come across. I was lucky enough to know Bill for a while at the beginning of his career and hang out at a few gigs. What he was then, is what he seems to be now - honest, witty, smart, gifted, dedicated, disciplined and grounded. To see the life and career he crafted since is inspiring and personally, I am deeply respectful of it. In this book are the truthful and understated opinions of an English gentleman impelled down the path of a true artist. It is a book of self-disclosure, intelligent synthesis and interpretation, full of questions, stories and paradoxical dilemmas. This 'thick-skinned self-doubter' has gifted through his life's work musical treasures, compelling lessons and personal examples. After reading this I felt like trying harder and persisting with my small efforts. Thanks Bill.
Far from Hum- drum... December 21, 2009
Mr. C. J. Iredale (London Town)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have to say, having seen Bill interviewed on television a number of times, one gets a flavour of how he thinks; he is always a joy and both funny, dry and clear thinking. I was hoping this book would also project the same personality. I was not disappointed.
This book covers his career and goes in depth into his thoughts and emotions. At times very funny and quite cutting; he certainly does not suffer fools at all, but is also quite humble. He is aware who lucky he has been and is never shy of putting that point across. He describes the formation of Yes in a way I have not come across before, the development of the band and his reasons (brave that they were) for leaving to go to King Crimson. I was not aware of the emotional and financial cost this decision made, but as ever, Bill explains himself well and in a most entertaining way.
The book also covers his period in King Crimson, working with the unusual and occasionally difficult Bob Fripp, and his jazz work with his own band, Earthworks. All are very entertaining and as one review complains that this book hangs together as a series of essays rather than an autobiography (and they are right), this is a much easier book to dip into, and for me is a much more satisfactory affair. Not everyone's cup of tea, but if we were all the same the world would be a dull place.
If you have any interest in the man, or his music, this will be a treat for you. I liked it a lot. Nice work, Bill.
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