Big and Rich: All Access (Book & DVD) [Hardcover]

John Rich (Author), Big Kenny (Author), Allen Rucker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 5, 2007

The fully authorized, uninhibited, all-access, entirely true story of how Big & Rich are taking over country music. Big & Rich have taken country music by storm since their 2004 debut album A Horse of a
Different Color, and they've done it on their own terms. Their unique, eclectic music style,
a blend of popular country with rock and hip-hop, challenges country music tradition.
Co-founders of the MuzikMafi a, they have launched not only their own careers, but
those of groundbreaking artists such as "Redneck Woman" Gretchen Wilson and Cowboy
Troy, the first African-American country rap artist. In a style as creative and irreverent
as their music, this official book will give fans a backstage pass to Big & Rich, from
the duo's early days in a Nashville dive to their controversial movement for a new sound
in country music.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

BIG KENNY is a singer/songwriter and native of Culpeper, Virginia. He now lives with his family in Nashville. When he's not on stage, he's taking in the scenery on his Harley or composing poetry and musicals, or recording pirate songs with his son, Lincoln.

JOHN RICH is a singer/songwriter from Amarillo, Texas. He currently lives in Nashville with his best friend, an American bulldog named Frank "the Tank" Sinatra Rich, and spends time shooting skeet off his back porch with his World War II veteran grandfather.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Center Street; First Edition June 2007 edition (June 5, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1599957175
• ISBN-13: 978-1599957173
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 1 x 9.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,323,219 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing read!, May 21, 2007

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Kristina Gilles "StingsVenom" (Hampton, VA, USA) - See all my reviews
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I had high expectations for this book because, let's face it, everything these guys do is BIG and RICH. They did NOT disappoint! Once you start reading, you can't put it down...you are sucked in to their emotions as you travel down the road with the guys we know and love as Big & Rich. I literally read all 230 pages in one sitting. Ever wondered how John & Kenny met? How they felt about becoming a duo? How they were inspired to write some of the biggest hits? READ THIS BOOK! You'll laugh, you'll cry - heck, you might even recognize some of the absolute AMAZING pictures - I know I did. What are you waiting for? Buy this book today! It's a must have for all Big & Rich fans!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should be this open and honest..., June 20, 2007

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Michele Risner "momrisner" (Gibson City, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Big and Rich: All Access (Book & DVD) (Hardcover)

I just love this book, and it's not just all about the great pictures (which there are many of, including some exclusive private ones), but it's the stories behind the pictures, told by Big Kenny and John Rich from their hearts.

I feel like a very uneducated fan, having never had the experience of seeing them on stage. My only dealings with Big & Rich have been through their CDs, videos and TV appearances and from my fellow Mafia Soldiers. This book really gives you alot of insight into who these guys really are and how they got to this point in their lives.

You really have to read it to understand it. And I hope, in say, 10 years, there is another book to share the next decade of their lives with us as they get even bigger and better.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You will love this book!, May 21, 2007

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Michele Palermo "michele1" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Big and Rich: All Access (Book & DVD) (Hardcover)

I just received my book and I cannot put it down! It is filled with wonderful stories and pictures. There is even a chapter about their fans! That just goes to show you how spedial John and Kenny are.... to recognize and thank their fans, some by name, made me love them even more. The dvd was a wonderful bonus. You will not be disappointed!

Michele