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From behind the drumkit to the top of the charts: the backstage story of the Bee Gees
With worldwide sales of over 220 million records, the Bee Gees are the sixth-best-selling music artists in history. Dennis Bryon’s story of how he became the Bee Gees’ drummer during their peak period offers many never-before-told tales about such infectious hits as Stayin’ Alive,” How Deep Is Your Love,” and Night Fever.” From Dennis’s beginnings in a Welsh band to his crucial role in the superstar group, You Should Be Dancing reveals unforgettable stories of his encounters with many famous musicians, including the Bee Gees themselves, Andy Gibb, Michael Jackson, Jimi Hendrix, and Olivia Newton-John. Illustrated with Bee Gees photographs and ephemera, Bryon’s memoir takes Bee Gees fans and music enthusiasts alike on one of the wildest rides in pop history.
From behind the drumkit to the top of the charts: the backstage story of the Bee Gees
With worldwide sales of over 220 million records, the Bee Gees are the sixth-best-selling music artists in...
From behind the drumkit to the top of the charts: the backstage story of the Bee Gees
With worldwide sales of over 220 million records, the Bee Gees are the sixth-best-selling music artists in history. Dennis Bryon’s story of how he became the Bee Gees’ drummer during their peak period offers many never-before-told tales about such infectious hits as Stayin’ Alive,” How Deep Is Your Love,” and Night Fever.” From Dennis’s beginnings in a Welsh band to his crucial role in the superstar group, You Should Be Dancing reveals unforgettable stories of his encounters with many famous musicians, including the Bee Gees themselves, Andy Gibb, Michael Jackson, Jimi Hendrix, and Olivia Newton-John. Illustrated with Bee Gees photographs and ephemera, Bryon’s memoir takes Bee Gees fans and music enthusiasts alike on one of the wildest rides in pop history.
A Note From the Publisher
Dennis Bryon is the acclaimed drummer who first tasted success with Amen Corner, the celebrated Welsh rock band that had six hits in the U.K., including a number one. In 1973, Dennis joined the Bee Gees and played drums on nine #1 singles and on the 40-million-copy album Saturday Night Fever. Dennis lives in Nashville, Tennessee.
Dennis Bryon is the acclaimed drummer who first tasted success with Amen Corner, the celebrated Welsh rock band that had six hits in the U.K., including a number one. In 1973, Dennis joined the Bee...
Dennis Bryon is the acclaimed drummer who first tasted success with Amen Corner, the celebrated Welsh rock band that had six hits in the U.K., including a number one. In 1973, Dennis joined the Bee Gees and played drums on nine #1 singles and on the 40-million-copy album Saturday Night Fever. Dennis lives in Nashville, Tennessee.
An enjoyable read for anyone that's a fan of the Bee Gees or interested in the music business.
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Lisa S, Reviewer
When a musician told young Dennis Bryon that guitarists were 'two a' penny' and that he should be a drummer instead, his life was changed. The rather grumpy musician staying at Bryon's parent's Bed & Breakfast in Cardiff, also taught him to play his first set of drums and set the talented boy on his way to stardom.
Several twists of fate helped guide Bryon's way, so that he escaped the gloomy life of an apprentice electrician in Cardiff, and he eventually toured the world with the Bee Gees. This book is full of tales from the music world. Bryon got into big trouble when he flirted with a local girl; he jammed with Jimmy Hendrix, and drove Supertramp around Germany!
Many 'musos' write very boring books about their lives. This isn't one of them. Bryon writes at a cracking pace, and keeps the story interesting. I especially liked reading about the Bee Gee's. They seemed a nice bunch of brothers with an addiction to tea! (Andy had a tragic life, however). Bryon's love story was also very moving.
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beth e, Librarian
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, as a child of the 70s when the Bee Gees reigned supreme. Dennis Bryon was the drummer during the height of their fame and has written a "tell-all" book about his adventures with the Bee Gees. Bryon focuses more on himself than the group, but there are plenty of stories in this book to keep the reader entertained.
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Gary S, Reviewer
An enjoyable read for anyone that's a fan of the Bee Gees or interested in the music business.
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Kathryn L, Reviewer
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Lisa S, Reviewer
When a musician told young Dennis Bryon that guitarists were 'two a' penny' and that he should be a drummer instead, his life was changed. The rather grumpy musician staying at Bryon's parent's Bed & Breakfast in Cardiff, also taught him to play his first set of drums and set the talented boy on his way to stardom.
Several twists of fate helped guide Bryon's way, so that he escaped the gloomy life of an apprentice electrician in Cardiff, and he eventually toured the world with the Bee Gees. This book is full of tales from the music world. Bryon got into big trouble when he flirted with a local girl; he jammed with Jimmy Hendrix, and drove Supertramp around Germany!
Many 'musos' write very boring books about their lives. This isn't one of them. Bryon writes at a cracking pace, and keeps the story interesting. I especially liked reading about the Bee Gee's. They seemed a nice bunch of brothers with an addiction to tea! (Andy had a tragic life, however). Bryon's love story was also very moving.
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beth e, Librarian
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, as a child of the 70s when the Bee Gees reigned supreme. Dennis Bryon was the drummer during the height of their fame and has written a "tell-all" book about his adventures with the Bee Gees. Bryon focuses more on himself than the group, but there are plenty of stories in this book to keep the reader entertained.
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