Download or read book Too Much to Dream written by Peter Bebergal and published by Catapult. This book was released on 2011-10-11 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing up in the suburbs of Boston and raised on secular Judaism, Cocoa Puffs, and Gilligan’s Island, Peter Bebergal was barely in his teens when the ancient desire to finding higher spiritual meaning in the universe struck. Already schooled in mysticism by way of comic books, Dungeons & Dragons, and Carlos Castaneda, he turned to hallucinogens, convinced they would provide a path to illumination. Was this profound desire for God—a god he believed that could only be apprehended by an extreme state of altered consciousness—simply a side effect of the drugs? Or was it a deeper human longing that was manifesting itself, even on a country club golf course at the edge of a strip mall? Too Much to Dream places Bebergal’s story within the cultural history of hallucinogens, American fascination with mysticism, and the complex relationship between drug addiction, popular culture, rock ‘n’ roll, occultism, and psychology. With a captivating foreword by Peter Coyote, and interviews with writers, artists, and psychologists such as Dennis McKenna, James Fadima, Arik Roper, Jim Woodring, and Mark Tulin, Bebergal offers a groundbreaking exploration of drugs, religion, and the craving for spirituality entrenched in America’s youth.
Download or read book Too Much to Dream written by Peter Bebergal and published by Catapult. This book was released on 2011-10-01 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing up in the suburbs of Boston and raised on secular Judaism, Cocoa Puffs, and Gilligan’s Island, Peter Bebergal was barely in his teens when the ancient desire to finding higher spiritual meaning in the universe struck. Already schooled in mysticism by way of comic books, Dungeons & Dragons, and Carlos Castaneda, he turned to hallucinogens, convinced they would provide a path to illumination. Was this profound desire for God—a god he believed that could only be apprehended by an extreme state of altered consciousness—simply a side effect of the drugs? Or was it a deeper human longing that was manifesting itself, even on a country club golf course at the edge of a strip mall? Too Much to Dream places Bebergal’s story within the cultural history of hallucinogens, American fascination with mysticism, and the complex relationship between drug addiction, popular culture, rock ‘n’ roll, occultism, and psychology. With a captivating foreword by Peter Coyote, and interviews with writers, artists, and psychologists such as Dennis McKenna, James Fadima, Arik Roper, Jim Woodring, and Mark Tulin, Bebergal offers a groundbreaking exploration of drugs, religion, and the craving for spirituality entrenched in America’s youth.
Download or read book Superstar in a Masquerade written by William Sargent and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2021-07-27 with total page 1312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Superstar in a Masquerade tells the story about Leon Russell, an award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, who was born with cerebral palsy, and learned to master the piano. He became an in-demand session man in Hollywood, contributing to thousands of songs by hundreds of artists, during his seven-decade career. He was called the "Rainbow Minister & Ringleader" for the Hippie Generation, and although most people can say they never heard of him, few can say they've never heard him. After reading this book, you can play "Three Degrees of Leon," just like the game "Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon," linking him to anyone, from B.B. King to ZZ Top. As an emigre from Oklahoma to California, he invited David Gates and J. J. Cale to join him in the music mecca known as Tinseltown, where the Tulsa Trio made untold contributions to America's popular music. Read about over five hundred artists, and their songs that Leon, David, and J. J. helped create, as well as... When seventeen-year-old Leon replaced Jerry Lee Lewis on stage in 1959. How Frank Sinatra caused Leon to let his hair grow. How J. J. Cale played a role in the formation of the band Bread. How Leon saved Joe Cocker's career and created Willie Nelson's famous image. When Elton John was Leon's opening act on tour. Why DC Comics sued Leon's record label for $2 million. When David Gates's band backed Chuck Berry on stage in 1961. When Leon brazenly threw the "F-bomb" at Phil Spector. When Leon called organized Christianity the single most harmful force in history. What Broadway song Leon borrowed from for "This Masquerade."
Download or read book Who Did It First written by Bob Leszczak and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-07-10 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Everybody has to start somewhere. Businessmen start on the ground floor and try to work their way up the corporate ladder. Baseball players bide their time in the minor leagues wishing for an opportunity to move up and play in the majors. Musical compositions aren’t very different – some songs just don’t climb the charts the first time they’re recorded. However, with perseverance, the ideal singer, the right chemistry, impeccable timing, vigorous promotion, and a little luck, these songs can become very famous.” So writes Bob Leszczak in the opening pages of Who Did It First?: Great Rock and Roll Cover Songs and Their Original Artists. In this third and final volume to the Who Did It First? series, readers explore the hidden history of the most famous, indeed legendary, rock songs and standards. Did you know that the Wild Ones had a “Wild Thing” before the Troggs? Were you aware that it took a second shot for “Double Shot of My Baby’s Love” to make the charts? Had you heard that Guy Villari and the Regents dated “Barbara Ann” five years before the Beach Boys? Were you privy to the fact that there was “Hanky Panky” going on with Ellie Greenwich and the Raindrops, as well as the Summits, before Tommy James and the Shondells made the song a number 1 classic? Some of the information contained within these pages will shock, rattle and roll you. You may fancy yourself a music expert, but this third and last in a series of titles devoted to the story of great songs and their revival as great covers is filled with eye openers. In many instances, one’s eyes will open even wider as a result of the list of cover artists (with Paul Anka’s remake of Nirvana’s “Smells like Teen Spirit” leading the pack). Who Did It First?Great Rock and Roll Cover Songs and Their Original Artistsis the perfect playlist builder. So whether quizzing friends at a party, answering a radio station contest, or just satisfying an insatiable curiosity to know who really did do it first, this work is a must-have.
Download or read book There s No Dream Too Tall written by Amie Dean and published by National Center for Youth Issues. This book was released on 2020-05-07 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Believe in Yourself and Your Dream Will Find You! Every child is born with unique gifts and strengths, and as they grow, those begin to influence their interests and hobbies. As adults, we can sometimes see these gifts and tell our kids what they could or should be when they grow up. The problem is, kids can internalize our ideas for them as something they should want too. In There's No Dream Too Tall, Amie Dean offers a different approach allowing kids the freedom to decide for themselves. Whether they want to be a teacher, a chef, a firefighter, a homemaker, or an architect, kids can look at their unique strengths and gifts and find their own way towards a future they will love. The world is wide open; there's no dream too tall. For a boy or a girl, whether big or quite small! There are millions of choices no end to the list. So, look deep in yourself and consider your gifts. By showing kids that their different strengths can help them become who they want to be, we give them the power and permission to dream. And when we do that, they will believe that no matter how tall their dreams may be, they have what it takes to reach them!
Download or read book Rise Up written by Brenda Epperson-Moore and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rise Up! is a book about joy, a deep inner joy one can never achieve without God's grace and mercy. By the time you've reached the end of this book, you will be able to identify what's holding you back, and move forward to reach solutions in your life. You will build your faith, breaking chains, and the negative ideas you have about yourself will no longer have a stronghold over your life. Those thoughts and lies will be replaced with the powerful truth of who you are and joy will begin to rise up inside of you. You will receive practical tools and biblical principles that will ignite a new flame of hope in your life.
Download or read book The Little Black Book of Rock Classics written by Wise Publications and published by Wise Publications. This book was released on 2014-10-17 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Little Black Book Of Rock classics is a bumper songbook, packed to the brim with chords for over 70 timeless rock classics. Each song has been carefully arranged with complete lyrics and a chord-boxes - perfect for any aspiring guitarist, ideal for group singalongs, a spot of busking or simply to explore the diverse collection of popular music on offer. reference sheet. This little book includes: - Aces High [Iron Maiden] - Anarchy In The UK [Sex Pistols] - Cigarettes & Alcohol [Oasis] - Crazy Crazy Nights [Kiss] - Dream On [Aerosmith] - Fat Bottomed Girls [Queen] - Hand In Glove [The Smiths] - Gimme Danger [Iggy & The Stooges] - I Believe In A Thing Called Love [The Darkness] - I Bet You Look Good On The Dance Floor [Arctic Monkeys] - I Want You (She's So Heavy) [The Beatles] - Lithium [Nirvana] - Marquee Moon [Television] - Little Bit Of Soul [The Ramones] - Maggie's Farm [Bob Dylan] - Moonage Daydream [David Bowie] - Personality Crisis [The New York Dolls] - Rise Above [Black Flag] - Rock 'N' Roll Train [AC/DC] - Strange Brew [Cream] - Time Is On My Side [The Rolling Stones] - We Built This City [Starship] And many more!
Download or read book The Big Guitar Chord Songbook More Sixties Hits written by Wise Publications and published by Wise Publications. This book was released on 2006-01-23 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Big Guitar Chord Songbook is back with another groovy selection of free-lovin' revolutionary classics from the era of protest and invention, with eighty-four Sixties greats arranged in the original keys, complete with full lyrics, guitar chord boxes and a playing guide. Whether you're looking for the sweet soul crooning of Bobby Darin, the suave cockney class of The Small Faces, or the folk-inspired delicacies of Simon And Garfunkel, you'll find it here. The setlist includes: - All You Need Is Love [The Beatles] - Born Free [Monro, Matt] - Break On Through (To The Other Side) [The Doors] - Goldfinger [Shirley Bassey] - Good Vibrations [The Beach Boys] - Happy Together [The Turtles] - Hi Ho Silver Lining [Jeff Beck] - I Am A Rock [Simon & Garfunkel] - I Can't Explain [The Who] - I'm Alive [The Hollies] - I'm Into Something Good [Herman's Hemits] - Little Red Rooster [The Rolling Stones] - Positively 4th Street [Bob Dylan] - Quinn The Eskimo (The Mighty Quinn) [Manfred Mann] - Shout [Lulu] - Soul Man [Sam & Dave] - Strange Brew [Cream] - Summer In The City [The Lovin' Spoonful] - Sunshine Superman [Donovan] - Viva Las Vegas [Elvis Presley] - Waterloo Sunset [The Kinks] - White Rabbit [Jefferson Airplane] - With A Girl Like You [The Troggs] - What A Wonderful World [Louis Armstrong] And many more!
Download or read book STRUGGLER written by AMRITA KOUR and published by Reasons and Laughter. This book was released on 2022-02-25 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book 'Struggler' is a collection of beautiful write ups of our writers, who all have written the experiences of the strug gles which they faced in the reality of life and led to success of goals. Here we present that how the writers have Struggled and reached their goals. This Anthology is Compiled by Amrita Kour with the supporting team of Reasons and Laughter who gave this Opportunity to make this a Successful book.
Download or read book Last Lecture written by Perfection Learning Corporation and published by Turtleback. This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book This Ain t the Summer of Love written by Steve Waksman and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2009-02-04 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Waksman brings a new understanding to familiar material by treating it in an original and stimulating manner. This book tells 'the other side of the story.'"—Philip Auslander, author of Performing Glam Rock: Gender and Theatricality in Popular Music "While there are a number of histories of punk and metal and numerous biographies of important bands within each genre, there is no comparable book to This Ain't the Summer of Love. The ultimate contribution the book makes is to provoke the reader into rethinking the ongoing fluid relationship between punk, a music that enjoyed considerable critical support, and metal, a music that has been systematically denigrated by critics. This book is the product of superior scholarship; it truly breaks fresh ground and as such it is an important book that will be regularly cited in future work."—Rob Bowman, Professor of Music at York University and author of Soulsville USA: The Story of Stax Records "Debunking simplistic assumptions that punk rebelled and heavy metal conformed, Steve Waksman demonstrates with precisely chosen examples that for decades the two shared strategies and concerns. As a result, this important volume is among the first to extend to rock history the same much-needed revisionism that elsewhere has transformed our understanding of minstrelsy, blues, country music, and pop."—Eric Weisbard, author of Use Your Illusion I & II
Download or read book The Choice written by Peter O. Childs and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2021-09-24 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With climate change alone now actually threatening life as we know it on this wonderful but so badly abused planet, and with multiple additional crises adding to the rapidly increasing chaos it is essential that we come to understand what is really happening, why, and what to do about it. This book is an attempt to aid in that understanding. It recognizes the peril of this moment in our history but far more importantly, it shows what an extraordinary opportunity that peril affords us, can we but see it.
Download or read book The Silence Is Deafening written by Robert Leal Rodriguez and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-09-27 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Inner Sound written by Jonathan Weinel and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2018 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Inner Sound, author Jonathan Weinel traverses the influence of altered states of consciousness on audio-visual media, explaining how our subjective realities may change during states of dream, psychedelic experience, meditation, and trance.
Download or read book Laurie s Complete Fortune Teller Astrology Cards Charms Dice Dominoes Dreams Gipsy Lore Mascots Moles Numerology Palmistry Pictures in the Fire Tablets of Fate Teacup Reading written by Diana Hawthorne and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2020-12-01 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Download or read book The Pledge Class Of 1969 written by Carson R. Yeager and published by Fulton Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-05-04 with total page 613 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To quote John Lennon, "Imagine." Imagine eighteen-year-old Holden Caulfield, Richie Cunningham, Otter, Bluto, Archie McNally, and Kramer all thrown backward or forward in time to the summer of 1969. Imagine if, unknown to one another, they each blindly pledge to a ruckus fraternity house at a conservative and highly respected Midwestern university. Imagine their metamorphosis from innocent and naive high school graduates with lofty aspirations to rude, crude, and socially unacceptable frat rats. Imagine their creative, illogical, and often just plain stupid adventures as they fully take advantage of their newfound freedom and the total lack of respect and responsibility of college life. Imagine a pledge class that suffers together and sticks together until visited by the Grim Reaper. Imagine Marlo Thomas, Mary Tyler Moore, Ann-Margret, Shelley Fabares, Sandra Dee, and Annette Funicello as prudish and scholastically focused coeds attempting to cohabitate the same campus as the men of Sigma Mu. Imagine their potential transformation during the age of Aquarius into respectable and successful young adults. You may say I'm a dreamer, but what you are about to read is based on actual events (kind of). Enjoy!
Download or read book Spit in the Ocean 7 written by Various and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003-10-28 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Between 1974 and 1981 Ken Kesey self-published six issues of a literary magazine called Spit in the Ocean. After the revolutionary novelist's death in the fall of 2001, one of his closest friends, acclaimed writer Ed McClanahan, decided to carry out Kesey's vision and put together a final issue of Spit as a tribute to Kesey's genius and imperturbable spirit. Featuring contributions from cultural luminaries-including Robert Stone, Paul Krassner, Wendell Berry, Bill Walton, and Grateful Dead lyricists Robert Hunter and John Perry Barlow-as well as "regular folk," and several pieces by Kesey himself, Spit in the Ocean #7 is a loving and fitting homage to the gigantic and unique spirit of the merriest of the Merry Pranksters.
