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Outside Looking In (Paperback)

by Peter Mitchell (Author)
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  • Paperback: 104 pages
  • Publisher: The Derwent Press (6 Mar 2006)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 184667011X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1846670114
  • Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 13.8 x 1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,260,604 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The autobiography of a struggling musician, working over 30 years gigging on the road. Life has its price, and one way or another; we will all have to pay for it. On invitation, I went to see a famous clairvoyant called, 'Madame Faye'. Her prediction of the assassination of president J.F. Kennedy brought her worldwide recognition. I was a total sceptic and we had never met before. In retrospect, everything she told me about my past was true, and what is stunning beyond belief, is the fact that all the major events in this book, were predicted in detail by 'Madame Faye' to me, at her house in the summer of 1966. The last thing she said to me was, 'you will be successful with your music, but only after a long hazardous journey, and you'll have to sacrifice everything for it. For most musicians, it's usually a case of playing for fun. Some play professionally, and others make the 'Big time'. I take the view, that a real musician is rarer still. He doesn't play to survive - HE SURVIVES TO PLAY. My only credentials for having this point of view are some thirty years playing on the pub and club scene and still gigging strong.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars For proper Reality... Start Here , 5 Jun 2006
It is all very well "famous people" writing their biographies at the ripe old age of 22. This book deal with the aspects of a man who has lived a proper life, and worked his butt off, for little or no finacial remuneration. It shows the "fag paper" thinness between fame and fortune and being an also ran. A missed phone call, someone letting you down, or being shafted by a Mr.10%. In the ivory towers of modern wannabe fame, people like Pete Mitchell are a forgotten entity... the club/pub player. The sacrifices that these guys have made for the furthering of Live Rock & Roll has been very succinctly documented in this book. Pete has given us a "no holds barred", from the heart synopsis of his life, and for that he must be thanked and applauded. THIS IS A MUST READ BOOK. It helps put the modern day "plastic fame" in perspective. Some may say his experiences have given him something that money can't buy, but I'm positive he would have preferred less experiences for an abundance of money....!!! ... Thanks a million Pete.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Outside Looking In, 14 May 2006
By Dave "Blues Radio UK" (London, England) - See all my reviews
This is a must read for any music fan. You will gain an insight into what its really like for a struggling musician. I must recommend the album Cutting the mustard. Pete Mitchell has packed this album full of wonderful blues songs.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Time for realism, 5 April 2006
By S. Morris (United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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In a society that is currently obsessed with celebrity, this book offers the antidote to the non-stop diet of fame-hungry punters earning their 5 minutes of fame on Pop X-Factor Idol Academy. It is written by a musician who performs for the love of music, and who paid high prices for his devotion. It is a fascinating insight into the music industry, not from someone in the 1% that make the big time, but from someone who earned their keep playing pubs and clubs, whilst waiting for the elusive 'deal'.

The book will appeal to anyone who is interested in music. It is a true rollercoaster ride of emotions - for reader and author. It is a frank account, minus the glitz one normally associates with the industry and is all the better for it. I recommend it to you.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Peter Mitchell survives to play.
Outside Looking In ends with the words "Remember, Keep on rocking, it's the only way to survive, especially-if you're-OUTSIDE LOOKING IN. Read more
Published on 25 Jul 2006 by Norman Goldman

5.0 out of 5 stars Outside looking in
This little gem of a book, really gives an insight into the life of a gigging guitarist. Plus it is an excellent read, and written from the heart. Read more
Published on 4 April 2006 by steve_treasure

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
Really gave an insight into what it must be like playing night after night on the pub and club scene. Made me realise the fine line between success and also ran. Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2006 by michael_dodridge

5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
A real insight into what it must be like playing the live music circuit around the UK. It made me appreciate the fine line between success and also ran. The title says it all.
Published on 18 Mar 2006 by michael_dodridge

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