Scott Mercer’s whose upcoming literary venture promises to be a seminal work in the annals of musical literature.
“The Stories They Could Tell” is not merely a compendium of tales from the luminaries of music; it is an expedition into the very soul of what drives artists to create lasting echoes in the halls of musical fame.
Mercer’s book transcends the conventional anthology, offering instead an intimate exploration into the lives that pulsate behind some of the most iconic melodies known to us. With promised insights from interviews with legends such as Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), Tommy James, David Clayton-Thomas of Blood, Sweat & Tears, Randy Bachman from Guess Who, and John Barbata from The Turtles among others, this book pledges a rare glimpse not just into their journeys to stardom but also into their personal trials and victories.
This eagerly awaited publication is poised to serve dual purposes—it beckons fans who long for a taste of nostalgia while guiding emerging musicians through the labyrinthine paths of creativity and business acumen in the music industry. Delving into often overlooked facets—the painstaking process of creation and navigating the business aspects—Mercer offers a holistic view on what it truly entails to carve out a career in this capricious field.
Scott Mercer meticulously constructs a narrative tapestry depicting every shade imaginable within musical pursuits through “Stories We Could Tell.” This forthcoming book isn’t simply one to watch for—it’s ardently needed. Within its pages rest not only information but gateways traversing back through time via lyrics and harmonies that have become milestones marking epochs.
When asked for his takeaways, the author says, “Talking to participants in the history of 60’s music, it “humanized” the period. These people had been just names and faces on album covers, but here were their very human struggles and victories, told to me first-hand. Just as important were those “small moments” among their experiences: stories from touring and tv appearances, tales of early days striving to succeed…
When asked what he hopes readers will get out of the book, he responds, “A deeper understanding of an important musical era. The basic history and its key players are well known, so my book assumed you knew much of that narrative. It took an entirely different approach, collecting anecdotes from a wide variety of musicians (80
in all). Of course, it includes chapters on the origins of specific songs – those stories are central to the book – but also “small” stories from touring, tv appearances, and
dealing with managers.”
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Published by: Martin De Juan
