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Music gift guide: Books

“Rod: The Autobiography,” by Rod Stewart With easy-going charm and wit, the singer-songwriter recounts his life, from his birth during The Blitz, through his hit-laden half-century career, to his headlining residencies in Las Vegas. The book includes a listing of Stewart’s discography, glossy-paged inserts of career-spanning photos, and delightfully tongue-in-cheek chapter subtitles.

Comments

Hmm, Pete Townshend's "Who I Am" memior does not rate as a music lover's gift option?

I found a lot of fascinting insight into an artist, his drive, his contemporaries, his process, his regrets, his pain, and his art.  A music fan of halcyon rock of the 60s and 70s, particularly, would be intrigued.

Anyone interested in the life and views of a great performer, as well.

Can't say I've read “Adele: A Celebration of an Icon and Her Music,”, but sure might find it a bit light in comparison.