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In the summer of 2004, with 20 gold albums to their credit, Rush embarked on a celebratory 30th Anniversary World Tour, which carried them to nine countries to perform 57 shows in front of more than half a million fans. Between shows, Peart travelled by motorcycle, riding 21,000 miles of back roads and highways in North America and Europe, to Appalachian hamlets, Western deserts, Scottish castles, and Alpine passes.The inner workings of the tour, the people Peart works with and the people he meets, the roads and stages and ever-changing scenery - all flow into an irresistible story that begins with a 2000-mile ride from Los Angeles to Nashville, where the concert tour begins. From beginning to end, "Roadshow" is a compelling and rewarding read, as Neil carries the reader along on each day's ride, and through each night's show. The story vividly illuminates the life of a touring musician, the adventures of a passionate traveller, and the heart and mind of a masterly writer.
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27 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
It's interesting how negative many Rush fans seem to be about this book. Yes, it reveals that Peart is often tired, bored and disillusioned with touring. But, he is not always so, and if they would take the time to read the final chapter a bit more carefully, they will get a fantastic summing up of all his feelings - not just the negative ones. I am not surprised he is often tired and bored - it's his THIRTIETH year of touring all over the world for months on end, apart from his loved ones, four years after he lost both wife and daughter in the space of a year. He's in his fifties, not his teens, and he is that ultra rare commodity - an intellectual drummer! He's a complex man - what did these fans expect, a moronic sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll extravaganza?! Or, maybe a song by song, night by night, dissection of every gig - even the most hardened fan would lose interest in that after a few gigs, and no one else would possibly care. Incidentally, my wife, who is not a Rush fan, is really enjoying it, and I would say that it is actually a really good read. Stuffed full of interesting anecdotes, observations, and philosophy. Don't be put off by the negativity, and give it a go. I'm glad I did.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Very briefly,the poor reviews here are written,obviously,by 'hurt' Rush fans.
If you do choose to read this book and you are a Rush fan,as am I,switch that bit of you off and read all of it and not just the bits that upset you;it is very well balanced.
You will find this book an honest account of a what life is like 'on the road' for a highly respected man in his field,warts and all! ( Yes he is a wealthy man through his work, it's well deserved,get over it!)
Neil Peart is a very 'private' man who chooses to share his life with 'all',not just his fans through the medium of the written word,it is a journey shared,read and enjoy.
Read the review written by peter Carrol from Scotland on this site, he says it much better than me!
A fantastic Travelogue and as good a travel book as i've read.
If you do choose to read this book and you are a Rush fan,as am I,switch that bit of you off and read all of it and not just the bits that upset you;it is very well balanced.
You will find this book an honest account of a what life is like 'on the road' for a highly respected man in his field,warts and all! ( Yes he is a wealthy man through his work, it's well deserved,get over it!)
Neil Peart is a very 'private' man who chooses to share his life with 'all',not just his fans through the medium of the written word,it is a journey shared,read and enjoy.
Read the review written by peter Carrol from Scotland on this site, he says it much better than me!
A fantastic Travelogue and as good a travel book as i've read.
25 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Once again, Mr Peart demonstrates that while he has some talent as a writer, his weaknesses are terribly exposed over the course of an entire book. Having read his other books, primarily as a Rush fan (but then who else would read them?) I have had more than enough of these self-indulgent road trips which he thinks are so deserving of a wider readership.
Each chapter goes something like this: "So after another 500K of great scenery, just RUINED by some idiot who wanted to go faster than us, we decided to make a quick overnight at the local 5 star hotel. After a stunning meal, followed by The Macallan (yes, it's a whisky but say it in awed tones) I could not believe it when some moron decided he would RUIN my evening by asking me if I was me!! Even after 30 years in one of the world's top rock bands some doofus thinks he can just waltz right up and say hello...I swiftly told him where to go. If I'd had my security man with me it would have been a hell of a lot worse for that guy so he was lucky. Completely RUINED the entire day. Had a look at tomorrow's schedule, seems we have a gig somewhere. Oh sufferance."
Maybe I'm being unkind. The book that Rush fans were expecting is not within these pages, having been promised something about life on the road as part of the rock juggernaut that is Canada's biggest band. There's just not a lot between this and his last book and the writing style is becoming predictable. Yes, Neil does come across in his books as vain, self-centred and intolerant (human failings indeed) but he has never sounded quite so...spoiled. I wonder if he is capable of writing about anything or anyone other than himself?
Each chapter goes something like this: "So after another 500K of great scenery, just RUINED by some idiot who wanted to go faster than us, we decided to make a quick overnight at the local 5 star hotel. After a stunning meal, followed by The Macallan (yes, it's a whisky but say it in awed tones) I could not believe it when some moron decided he would RUIN my evening by asking me if I was me!! Even after 30 years in one of the world's top rock bands some doofus thinks he can just waltz right up and say hello...I swiftly told him where to go. If I'd had my security man with me it would have been a hell of a lot worse for that guy so he was lucky. Completely RUINED the entire day. Had a look at tomorrow's schedule, seems we have a gig somewhere. Oh sufferance."
Maybe I'm being unkind. The book that Rush fans were expecting is not within these pages, having been promised something about life on the road as part of the rock juggernaut that is Canada's biggest band. There's just not a lot between this and his last book and the writing style is becoming predictable. Yes, Neil does come across in his books as vain, self-centred and intolerant (human failings indeed) but he has never sounded quite so...spoiled. I wonder if he is capable of writing about anything or anyone other than himself?
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Perhaps not for the rabid Rush fan, but good nonetheless
There seem to be a lot of negative reviews of this, Peart's fourth book, mainly focussing on his attitude towards the fans, described herein. Read more
Published 17 months ago by S. P. Long
I loved this book
If you like Rush, love riding motorbikes (even BMW's!) you will enjoy this book. It follows NP and Rush as they prepare for and tour North America and Europe in 2004, the R30 tour,... Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2008 by A. J. Parrott
'Roadshow' by Neil Peart
I bought this book because I was interested to get a `behind-the-scenes' insight to one of the greatest touring bands (in my opinion) on the planet. Read more
Published on 27 Aug 2008 by Paul Costelloe
Question for Waterstunned.
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More of a question than review.
I have been a Rush fan for more years than I care to remember, but have never got around to reading any of Neils books. Read more
More of a question than review.
I have been a Rush fan for more years than I care to remember, but have never got around to reading any of Neils books. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2007 by Whits
Very Unusual Take On The Touring Musician
I think this is a great book , written from a very unusual angle - both a diary of the touring musician ( but a very reluctant one ! Read more
Published on 9 Oct 2007 by G. W. Walker
Arrogance Personified
If Mr Peart wanted to convey any more contempt for this profession and more importantly the millions of people who have bought the music, travelled the world (not in 5 star... Read more
Published on 30 Mar 2007 by Andrew Davies
Confessions of a man who's tired of his profession
Rush fans who bought tickets, travelled long distances and queued often for many hours to see the band on their R30 anniversary tour will be disappointed to discover that their... Read more
Published on 19 Oct 2006 by Marcus Horatius
Keep on keeping on
If you've already read Neil Peart's previous books you will enjoy this because it's a further exploration of the Peart persona - a sincere soul who is a bit uncomfortable with... Read more
Published on 18 Oct 2006 by Kitsto
More tales of woe from the reluctant 'rock star'
Readers of this book will fall into 2 broad categories:
1. The Rush fanatic (and I mean FANATIC) who will devour every page in the hope that it will offer a further... Read more
1. The Rush fanatic (and I mean FANATIC) who will devour every page in the hope that it will offer a further... Read more
Published on 4 Oct 2006 by Frank Spencer
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