John Stones (London, UK)
"A captivating and comprehensive exploration of the music industry and the tumultuous 1970s."
Jacob Murphy (Texas, US)
"A well-crafted story that delves into the personal struggles and triumphs of the band members."
Robert Coman (North Carolina, US)
"It is a true story and someone who has lived through the 1970s I really enjoyed it. Author has a very distinctive writing style which is appealing to the readers."
Jeff Mathews (California, US)
"A must-read for fans of rock music and historical fiction."
Stephy Howard (Florida, US)
"A powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the cultural and social issues of the time."
the Author
Steven Jordan Brooks turned his passion for music into a career. A classically trained musician, he transitioned to rock music in high school when he joined his first rock band. This continued through his college years at California State University Northridge where he earned his degree in Philosophy. After college, he continued working in rock bands in night clubs and other venues often times playing six nights a week, six sets a night. He moved to the business side of the entertainment business working mostly in management and production. He worked with many artist including Missing Persons, Kansas, Devo, Cat Stevens, Jeff Beck, Supertramp, and many others. Having worked in many areas of the entertainment and music business, he was able to draw from his own experiences, knowledge, as well as the stories of other musicians to write the book, showing the struggles, hardships, and difficulty of being successful in the music and entertainment industry.
He left the music business to pursue a career in education. He became an English and drama teacher. This still allowed him a creative outlet with music always as a sideline. His interests continue even to this day. He still plays and is currently in Desert Winds Symphonic Band, a group of about 100 musicians. He continues to attend concerts, theater events, Broadway shows and art museums at least once a month.
He was born and raised in the Los Angeles area and moved to Palm Springs when he retired which is where he now resides. He has always loved to travel and has been to many places around the world including Europe, Asia, the Middle East, The Baltic, South Pacific, and the Caribbean. His love for nature and the outdoors led him to many camping and hiking adventures. Teaching allowed him time off in the summer when he would take off on six weeks camping trips all over the western United States and Canada. He is an art lover and attends many art museums. He has a wide range of interest so frequently attends other museums or events.
ISBN-13: 9798886408904
Publisher: Ewings Publishing LLC
Publication Date: 03/15/2023
Pages: 506
HOLLYWOOD THE BAND
“Hollywood The Band” is the story about a fictional rock band in the 1970s as they navigate the entertainment industry in an attempt to procure a record deal in the midst of cultural, political, social, and historical changes while dealing with their own issues, beliefs, and pasts. It is an epic tale of hard work and commitment that chronicles the hardships they must endure, the obstacles they must overcome, and the lessons they must learn.
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"Hollywood The Band" is a thrilling story by Steven Jordan Brooks, a former musician, that takes you on a wild ride through the 1970s rock scene. Brooks, who has experience in both playing music and teaching it, uses his background to tell the story of a fictional band trying to make it big. The book follows the band as they deal with the highs and lows of fame, record deals, competition, and their own inner struggles. It captures the rebellious spirit of the 70s and shows the band's determination to keep chasing their rock and roll dreams.
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HOLLYWOOD is a fictional rock band in the 1970s attempting to procure a record deal in the midst of cultural, political, social, and historical changes while dealing with their own issues, beliefs, and pasts. It is an epic tale of hard work and commitment that chronicles the hardships they must endure, the obstacles they must overcome, and the lessons they must learn. It reveals the inner workings of the music business and what it really takes to make it. With a keen sense of time, place, character, and events, it reflects the cultural shift and changing attitudes that defined a generation and influenced generations to come by interweaving issues ranging from sexual attitudes, the drug culture, racial and civil rights issues, politics, women's issues, gay issues, the Viet Nam War, organized crime, alienation, dysfunctional families, and violence. It is a true Hollywood story, where success or failure is often a matter of talent, luck, and sacrifice.
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