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Rockin' Garagesby Tom Cotter
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:"Ken Gross is one of the premiere auto writers in the United States. This is a terrific book... a great Father's Day gift and a great read." - Jay Leno Cars and rock ‘n roll have always gone hand in hand. Whether it’s a garage band piling into some decrepit rig to get to the next gig or a killer guitar riff blasting from a Mustang, rock ‘n roll keeps us moving when we’re behind the wheel. It’s no surprise, then, that some of the music world’s big names are also serious car guys. Jimmie Vaughn, Billy Joel, Brian Johnson (AC/DC), J Geils, Brad Whitford (Aerosmith), and others each spend as much time behind the wheel as they can. Hot rods, customs, muscle cars, motorcycles, race cars, and sports cars—the variety of vehicles is as eclectic as rock ‘n roll itself. Rockin’ Garages showcases top performers, their cars, and their garages. Authors Tom Cotter and Ken Gross profile each musician, revealing the story behind their moto-lust and what drives their car collecting. Each profile is complemented by Michael Alan Ross’ top-notch photography. Rockin’ Garages puts you behind the wheel with some of your favorite musicians. Synopsis:Rockin’ Garages showcases 20 top rock and roll performers, their cars, and their garages. Authors Tom Cotter and Ken Gross profile each musician, revealing the story behind their moto-lust and what drives their car collecting. Each profile is complemented by Michael Alan Ross’ top-notch photography. Rockin’ Garages puts you behind the wheel with some of your favorite musicians. Synopsis:Tom Cotter (Davidson, NC) writes regularly for Road & Track and is the author of The Cobra in the Barn, The Vincent in the Barn, and The Corvette in the Barn.
Ken Gross (Hamilton, VA) was Executive Director of the Petersen Automotive Museum, in Los Angeles, California, for five years following a career in advertising. His car, travel, and motorcycle writing has appeared in Robb Report, The Rodder’s Journal, and Road & Track. Michael Alan Ross (San Rafael, CA) has the ability to see what turns enthusiasts on about cars. His work has been featured in advertising, auto magazines, and corporate photography collections in the United States and in Europe. www.michaelalanross.com
Synopsis:Tom Cotter’s business card reads, “Certified Car Geek.” He is a passionate historian, racer, and restorer best known as a “barn-finder.” He has written nine books—five on automotive archeology—including the award-winning Cobra in the Barn, as well as biographies of drag racing legend “TV” Tommy Ivo and customizer Dean Jeffries. Cotter has been involved in the professional auto-racing industry for 30 years. He was PR director for Charlotte Motor Speedway before founding Cotter Group, then the nation’s largest motorsport marketing agency. He is president of Grand Prix of America, the organization bringing F1 to the shores of the Hudson River in New Jersey. He lives in Davidson, North Carolina, with his wife, Pat, and son, Brian. Ken Gross (Hamilton, VA) was Executive Director of the Petersen Automotive Museum, in Los Angeles, California, for five years following a career in advertising. His car, travel, and motorcycle writing has appeared in Robb Report, The Rodder’s Journal, and Road & Track. Michael Alan Ross (San Rafael, CA) has the ability to see what turns enthusiasts on about cars. His work has been featured in advertising, auto magazines, and corporate photography collections in the United States and in Europe. He will go to any length to get the perfect shot that epitomizes a particular car.
www.michaelalanross.com
About the AuthorTom Cotter writes regularly for Road & Track and has a deep-seated love for automotive rescue. He is the author of the best-selling titles Cobra in the Barn, Hemi in the Barn, and Vincent in the Barn. He is also the co-author of an award-winning history of Holman-Moody, a legendary racing team that enjoyed its greatest success in stock-car racing. Cotter lives in An automobile and motorcycle enthusiast since childhood, Ken Gross was Executive Director of the Petersen Automotive Museum, in Los Angeles, California, for five years following a career in advertising and marketing. His car, travel, and motorcycle writing has appeared in Robb Report, The Rodder's Journal, Automobile Magazine, and Road and Track, to name but a few. Ken and his wife Patricia Serratore live in Hamilton, Virginia, with their children Jake and Kayla. Table of ContentsForeword Preface Acknowledgments Itroduction: Noise, Beautiful Noise The Need For Speed Kenny Wayne Shepherd Michael Anthony, Van Halen, Chickenfoot Brad Whitford, Aerosmith Sir Mix-A-Lot Sammy Hagar J Geils, J Geils Band Rockin’ Racers Brian Johnson, AC/DC John Oates, Hall and Oates Nick Mason, Pink Floyd Rachel Bolan, Skid Row Fuel Injected Cars and Guitars Wayne Henderson Jol Dantzig Chris Martin George Frayne, Commander Cody
Collectors and Cruisers Billy Joel Jimmie Vaughan, Fabulous Thunderbirds, Solo Artist Mick Fleetwood, Fleetwood Mac Keith Urban Arlo Guthrie Pat Simmons, Doobie Brother Photographer’s Notes Index What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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