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Alf Weaver

The First Rock 'n' Roll Bodyguard: Alf Weaver Hardcover – June 25, 2001

by Alf Weaver (Author)

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Alf Weaver single-handedly created the blueprint for today's celebrity bodyguard and for the last four decades has protected the biggest names in the entertainment business--Frank Sinatra, Madonna, Neil Diamond, John Denver, Bruce Springsteen, Diana Ross, Led Zeppelin, Dean Martin, Jimi Hendrix, and The Beatles to name a few.

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350 pages
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English
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Sanctuary Publishing
Publication date

June 25, 2001
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6.5 x 0.69 x 9.38 inches
ISBN-10

1860743285
ISBN-13

978-1860743283
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He witnessed first-hand the breakup of The Beatles. He protected Madonna during her tempestuous marriage to Sean Penn. He was the right-hand man to Led Zeppelin's notorious manager, Peter Grant. He couriered John Lennon's secret donations to extremist groups. He spent over 35 years as a bodyguard to the stars, and he shares his incredible story in THE FIRST ROCK N ROLL BODYGUARD.

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"I'm the blueprint for today's celebrity bodyguard. That's right. I pretty much invented the role. In the last four decades, I've worked all around the world. Any pop group went to Number One, I'd be their first-choice minder.

I was there at practically every epoch-making moment in rock music history. I was on the roof of Apple's Savile Row offices when The Beatles played. I was in Hyde Park when the Stones played. I was in LA when The Doors played, strutting their stuff at the Whiskey-A-Go-Go, slamming vodka sevens in the Rainbow Room.

My company's Rolodex reads like a rock superstar Who's Who - The Monkees, Frank Sinatra, Led Zeppelin, Dean Martin, Madonna, Cher, Rod Stewart, Tom Jones, Tony Bennett, David Bowie.

Now, I've decided to put it all down on paper. I also wanted to set the record straight about bodyguards. I know most people see us as monkeys. But there's much more to being a good minder than a good right fist. I'm living proof."

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sanctuary Publishing (June 25, 2001)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1860743285
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1860743283
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.01 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 0.69 x 9.38 inches

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Nice story but no meat

Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2001

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Alf claims to be the first rock n' roll bodyguard and it's interesting to read how he fell into the job. A nice guy and a nice read but if you are buying this to read controversial info on celebrities, you will disappointed.
Alf describes his early life, history in the service and boxing followed by his foray into the life of a bodyguard. Alf has great history with the Beatles particularly, but also the Stones, Led Zeppelin, Cher and Frank Sinatra as well as many others. While he talks about the good traits, there is no dirt or secrets about these people.
Probably the most interesting relationship he has is with Mike Nesmith of the Monkees. Mike comes across as an interesting guy stuck in a bubble gum band that wants to evolve on a higher level musically.
While this is an enjoyable read, there is no real meat to the book that would need to be there to sell in large numbers.

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marc

Insider interpretation of his life in the rock and roll ...

Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2015

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Insider interpretation of his life in the rock and roll fast lane. A meat and potatoes look from the other side from a man that depends on the excessive life styles of the bigger than life stooges for a buck or two.The book kinda balances out the blown up bio's of most rock stars.

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Randyman

ok book

Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2015

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Just an ok written book. It did amuse me.

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Glenn L. Olson

Quick Trashy Rock n Roll Read

Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2004

Too little insight into the big stars he worked for, but fun quick read and glimpse into the "you should have been there" years of classic rock and roll. My favorite part was at the end of the book where Alf gives his hard-won advice on how to be a good "minder." If you like VH1 Behind the Scenes-type exposes, then this book is for you. Warning for the faint-hearted: Alf pulls no punches (so to speak) with language, although he does hold his tongue when it comes to revealing intimate celebrity secrets.

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warren bramley

bodyguard

Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2001

Alf Weaver tells it like it is. No bull****, no boring stories, but ballsy writing and a whole bunch of stuff about all your favourite rock 'n' roll stars.

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jenny thorogood

If you like a tale of a man's life.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 2, 2014

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The life and times of Alf Weaver, fascinating and clips along. Exactly of its time, being in the right place at the right time and a tale of ducking and diving. I bought this for my husband and he loved it.

Miss Brrenda A Johnson

Three Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 23, 2016

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You need to like East End speak to get into this one, but an interesting read.

Uncle Remus

I love it

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 8, 2014

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Met the man himself, a fascinating man and what an extraordinary life.

georgio

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 21, 2014

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very good read

john mears

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 11, 2015

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love this book

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