Traveling Music: Soundtrack to my Life and Times
Ecw Press
While each of Neil Peart's other books shed light on some personal aspects of his life which fans will find intruiging, his most recent "Traveling Music," turns out to be more autobiographical in the sense that the reader actually learns more about Neil through flash backs to his childhood, his early band days (including those early years with Rush), and his recent past, all the while enjoying a fun trip around the southwest United States in his BMW Z-8 listening to music that jogs those memories.
As a Rush fan from back in the day (well, maybe not THEEE day, but since 1977!) I can tell you that this book holds many treasures. He shares many entertaining insights into his youth, road life, and family life, along with enough wise cracks to keep you chuckling as you turn each page and uncover ever more about the life and times of Neil Peart.
You will learn about his early years, spent in London, working in a small souvenir shop, trying to break into the music scene as a drummer, still learning the ropes and developing his skills. And you'll gain new insight as he shares his many influences, both musical and literary.
Any fan of Peart's lyrical and percussion talent will appreciate this fun look at Neil, by Neil.
— Drew
