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Keith Richards: Before They Make Me Run (Paperback)

~ Kris Needs (Author)
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"The World's Blackest White Man." "The World's Most Elegantly Wasted Human Being." "The Human Riff." These descriptions are all part of the myth surrounding the legendary songwriter and rhythm guitarist of the Rolling Stones. A veteran observer of the rock scene on both sides of the Atlantic, Kris Needs has interviewed Keith Richards regularly for 25 years. Drawing on archives, interviews, and his encyclopedic knowledge of the Stones' discography, he reveals the complex man behind the myth, from blues-infatuated working class kid to world-renowned musician nearly ruined by heroin to present-day elder statesman of rock who continues to find personal redemption in music. Dozens of photographs and interviews with the legend himself make this the most up-to-date biography of the "Soul of the Stones."

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  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Plexus Publishing; illustrated edition edition (July 30, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0859653447
  • ISBN-13: 978-0859653442
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #259,689 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars GOOD READ FOR KEITHS LATER YEARS, July 17, 2007
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THERE ARE PLENTY OF GOOD BOOKS ON THE STONES EARLY YEARS. THIS IS ONE OF THE BETTER BOOKS FOR THE 90S AND FORWARD. VERY READABLE.
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5.0 out of 5 stars strangely inspiring, September 14, 2004
A fascinating look at what makes Kieth Richards tick. Needs is very knowledgable about his subject, but what really made this book compelling was the insight into Kieth's personality and the contrast between his very real bad boy image and his creativity and compassion. The author makes no bones about being a charter member of the "Keef" fan club but after reading this book I'm inclined to join him.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amiable Biography, August 14, 2009
Good overall bio, written with obvious fan's love for Richards. A good addition to the stable of bios out there.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Years of exclusive interviews
Interviews with rock musician Keith Richards himself rounds out a fine biography of the man in the unusual KEITH RICHARDS: BEFORE THEY MAKE ME RUN. Read more
Published on April 12, 2006 by D. Donovan, Editor/Sr. Reviewer

5.0 out of 5 stars Keef Madness
The best book on Keith. It captures the soul of the man. As for the facts review. I don't agree. For example this is the only source that gives the name of the jewler that made... Read more
Published on March 11, 2006 by Bill

3.0 out of 5 stars Try a Little Harder
Kris Needs has a nice writing style, and bubbles with a lot of enthusiasm for Keith, so it's too bad he hasn't been paying better attention: The book is full of glaring... Read more
Published on October 20, 2004 by clio

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