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Dee's New Book.Must read for SMF's............!
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hundarr
Posted 2012-05-22 10:19 PM (#30519 - in reply to #30352)
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Havent read the book, but already knew some of what was mentioned in these posts.Dee has admitted in countless interviews that he became an arrogant asshole & alienated his bandmates.HOWEVER, if you watch their videos of them playin together nowadays, it seems most if not all of the old wounds are healed & that once again they're playing music together as a BAND.It is such a great feeling to know that Twisted Sister is alive & well & STILL bringin down the house!
Evel
Posted 2012-05-23 12:59 PM (#30521 - in reply to #30473)
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Armadillo - 2012-05-20 2:32 PM

Tom - 2012-05-20 12:46 PM

I liked the book, I just hope it does not create a new rift in the band. I like the fact that they keep touring.


I thought the very same thing. There were so many times I cringed reading it....I kept saying "oh please don't go there...please don't go there.. OHHHH ...you went there....oh geez..."


Yep....now near the end of the book, thinking the same....

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Armadillo
Posted 2012-05-23 8:44 PM (#30522 - in reply to #30519)
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hundarr - 2012-05-22 10:19 PM

Havent read the book, but already knew some of what was mentioned in these posts.Dee has admitted in countless interviews that he became an arrogant asshole & alienated his bandmates.HOWEVER, if you watch their videos of them playin together nowadays, it seems most if not all of the old wounds are healed & that once again they're playing music together as a BAND.It is such a great feeling to know that Twisted Sister is alive & well & STILL bringin down the house!


It actually makes me realize what an amazing group of professionals all of them are and reminds me of the firehouse dynamic. There are times at the fire station when the crews are there, and we just plain do not like one another. Sometimes, it gets downright ugly with some really hard words exchanged and I swear, a few times, I thought we were going to punch each other out. Yet...the SECOND that gong goes off, all of those personal differences get put aside, we hop on the equipment, go out the door and work as a solid team of professionals.
Evel
Posted 2012-05-24 4:30 AM (#30524 - in reply to #30352)
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Sooo......I just finished the book....

Kinda lost for words...recognized many similar circumstances, similar mistakes, similar (unbelievable) letdowns, similar assholes...but also similar friends, similar opportunities, similar unbelievable acts of kindness/strokes of luck. Sat here going..."Wow....."

Got a lot out of it. Enjoyed reading it, got way more than just being a TS fan reading about their history. The message is fairly clear....dont give up, be aware, get educated about the situations you face, read the fine print.....twice!! Never...EVER...let the bastards grind you down.....but dont be an asshole doing it!! Especially to those closest to you. Dont be afraid to explore, re-invent yourself....(Already there Dee....)

I have shared my "fears" about the book and its possible repercussions. I note that, on the final page, Dee thanks a few people, including Jay Jay, Mark, Eddie and AJ. I took that as an acknowledgement, a "nod" in the right direction. There were mistakes on all fronts. We are at where we are at. We are who we are. Whats done is done. If anything gets said, it will be said in private. I dont think there will be fallouts, just a recognition of the situation and its value. Nobody's perfect...least of all Dee.

I always hoped Dee would write an adults version of his Teenage Survival Guide. This is part of it. Cannot wait for part two.

Just My 2c.

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Armadillo
Posted 2012-05-25 12:44 AM (#30527 - in reply to #30352)
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I think he should write a book on marriage and relationship advice....a bit late for me....but might help someone else! (or me...second time around )

edited for typos...

Edited by Armadillo 2012-05-25 12:45 AM
George
Posted 2012-05-25 11:16 PM (#30528 - in reply to #30527)
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Dee and his wife should write the book together. It tales two people to make a good long term marriage. It's not easy
Armadillo
Posted 2012-05-28 8:52 PM (#30541 - in reply to #30528)
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George - 2012-05-25 11:16 PM

terry

Dee and his wife should write the book together. It tales two people to make a good long term marriage. It's not easy


thanks George
And THIS is why you're still married.... and I'm not...
Saber
Posted 2012-06-10 3:43 PM (#30614 - in reply to #30352)
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Finally finished it. Life's been too crazy to do it any sooner. Loved it, but the ending seemed too abrupt. I'm really anxious to hear what the guys think of it.
Captain Howdy
Posted 2012-06-10 8:45 PM (#30617 - in reply to #30614)
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Saber - 2012-06-10 2:43 PM

Finally finished it. Life's been too crazy to do it any sooner. Loved it, but the ending seemed too abrupt. I'm really anxious to hear what the guys think of it.


I just finished it this morning as well. I agree about the ending. He wrapped it up real quick. I guess we need to hope for Part 2 since there's a whole lot of story left. I was a little surprised that he didn't really go into explaining the whole SMF thing in detail and how it got started. Not a huge deal since I know the stories but since it's such a big part of Twisted Sister, I was just a bit surprised that wasn't in there. Overall, I really enjoyed it, though. Great stuff! I always find it fascinating when people are able to look back at the things they have done in the past with a new perspective. It says a lot about someone when they can see and accept the mistakes they've made. Dee is clearly in that category.
Dan Bach
Posted 2012-06-23 4:25 PM (#30771 - in reply to #30352)
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The book is finally with me (after putting a special import order through Waterstones UK bookstore chain).
Read the intro and the first two chapters - an interesting read :-)
Waldo
Posted 2012-07-26 11:42 AM (#30935 - in reply to #30352)
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Does Dee go into any of the later tours or his work alone? I need to read it soon.
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