The Bands HMFIC writes a great book!!!
928846
Great book by the Bands HMFIC. Insights into Dylan,Morrtison, etc  I learned a lot ! Keep Rockiin!!
954512
Wonderful book!!!  Sang starts school with this new group and I fell in love just a little bit more with each of the guys.
1513731
This book was possibly my favorite one in the series yet? The story has become SO much more interesting at this point, I NEED to know the rest of it ASAP.

I have always loved the Boy Band characters. Sam is hilarious, Mel is quite funny herself in that awkward way of hers. I love all the boys (even Jesse), but right now lets just say there is one boy in the band, I am unhappy with *cough* Mr. Bad Choices *cough*

Worldwide provides an even more detailed picture of the negative sides of fame. Even though Sam and Mel try their best to handle things as smoothly as possible, they face a lot of hardships, and this was portrayed VERY realistically, through fan tweets and newspaper article snippets.

Jacqueline E. Smiths easy going style of writing is something I admire in all of her books. The story always progresses fast and efficiently. I finished this book in one single sitting and loved every second of it. I say this all the time, and will repeat it again- I love how each Boy Band novel ends with us readers NEEDING the next book NOW. It increases my respect for the book every time.

My favorite part of the book though was the chapter intro style. All the Boy Band novel chapters begin with a couple of lines from a song by the fictional band in the series, or by the other musicians mentioned in the book. I love the idea, but Worldwide had the best lyrics out of all the boy band novels. 

So if you love music and/or boy bands, cute romances, stories about friendship and love and drama and celebrities  go pick up these books now!
511341
This was an awesome read!  The book follows each of the band members and their individual stories and then connects them all together as a band.  The combination of personal stories and demons in conjunction with all of the fame and money they obtained led to an amazing story.  I would suggest this book to any Motley Crue fan!
2845127
OK, I didn't buy it; I got it at the library! :)  It is a very enjoyable, fact-filled, insightful read about several new wave bands.  Roughly 4 - 5 pages on each band with actual interviews with actual band members.  (I found the interview with Human League to be particularly clever!)

Were the words not coming from the band-members' mouths for this book, I would be skeptical.  E.g., New Order (post Joy Division) broke up b/c the bass player was chaffed that each song would not have his bass playing prominently from beginning to end, lol.  Who'd a thunk it??? And Malcom McClaren throwing Atom Ant out of Atom Ant to create Bow Wow Wow... again, who'd a thunk it???

My only question is why Culture Club and Pet Shop Boys are not having a chapter?
1263197
This cd was fabulous. My favorite song was the fourth (the title of the cd). The band and players really bring expression to the music. The band puts their heart and soul into their music and they really rock. I especially like the bass guitar player, Randi. His body language while playing displays how he feels intune with the music. Craig is a great vocalist and the other members are fantastic. The drummer just needs to bring a little more maturity to doing his part.

Even though there are only eight (8) songs on the cd I cannot wait to hear there future recordings.
1250878
awesome book..lots of great photographs and stories about the band. Heyump congrats Cody
2849289
I discovered these guys on Yahoo!'s launch website under the Who's Next category.  They won the contest along with my full approval.  I absolutely love these guys.  They are said to be a family band and with the lead singer, Stacy DuPree, turning seventeen this year, I think it is just amazing that she and her sister, Sherri can pull off vocals like that and sound identical.  The guitars flow freely with Stacy's piano, and though she says she is better on guitar, I wouldn't have anyone else doing it.  I must say that the bass with Jonathan Wilson and their brother, Weston, with drums, pieces everything together harmoniously.  The lyrics are mystically magical and since Stacy has been writing them since she was eight, you have to owe it to the kid.  My personal favorites are "Brightly Wound", "Telescope Eyes", "Lost at Sea", "Golly Sandra", "Marvelous Things", and "My Lovely".  The album came out on February 8th and if you haven't picked it up yet, I suggest you do so.  It's titled ROOM NOISES and it is just a perfectly done piece of art.  Bravo, Eisley!  If you liked these guys, I suggest Coldplay, The Postal Service, The Killers, Bright Eyes, and Elliot Smith.  I'm headed off to go pick the album up for my friend's birthday gift right now!
3000859
Great band!!!  Love the ecletic sound they have, and the CD is a great addition to my collection!!!
1686530
Anyone who doesn't enjoy this book is crazy!  I think its even better than "I'm With the Band" which is a fantastic book. Anyone interested in rock n roll and pop-culture will love it- I promise!
2387034
the starting line is so talented. they're emo pop punk songs are amazing. i cant wait till their cd "based on a true story" comes out in april. it is gonna be amazing. i cant wait until they are on warped tour. they are going to rock.

KEY SONGS: UP AND GO, LEAVING, THE BEST OF ME, CHEEK TO CHEEK, THE DRAMA SUMMER, THIS RIDE-(best song on the cd)
2650810
Very good indeed! And those 5 stars truly are well deserved! I was so afraid of being disappointed by the new stuff but it's so damn good.
I think it has that good ol' Whitesnake vibe ,- and I'm truly glad that there's still bands out there who doesn't go all Madonna on us and try to renew their music into something crappy.
Hopefully we'll get to hear more new stuff written by Mr Aldrich in the future as well!

Lizzy
3347424
In love with this album and this band!! I saw them live and they sound just as good.  The have great songs with lyrics that are filled with hope and truth. I love it!
1655919
Both Albums from these guys are great!!! Good PA pickin and grinnin!! I've been following them and their joining bands for years!!! Frog Holler and Manatawny creek ramblers rock Also!!! Check them out too!!
1198972
What a wonderful book you get to know the band on a more personal level and it was done by sharing their lives and what they have been through,things none of us probably ever knew about them. They shared from their hearts. The bonus was to get an Audiobook free after buying the book by downloading it read by their good friend Scott Mckain and them also. It goes a step furthur. You could follow along with the Audio or read or listen to them seperately.
I really like that idea.
Carolyn Schaefer in Indiana
4210239
A very well written, informative book on one of the giants of Progressive Rock/Metal. If you're new to this amazing band, get this book. If you're long term fan of the bandget this book. The twists and turns of the saga of being in a professional band, who is not playing 'mainstream' music, is riveting. It really is the Music BUSINESS, and these guys have been battling it for over 25 years now, and actually getting bigger Highly recommend this to all budding musicians, fans, and anyone who appreciates guys who stick to their guns, never lose sight of their 'Dream', and power through to the top!
2220521
This band can do no wrong in my eyes. Can't wait to get part 2: Descension and continue the story!