Walking Disaster (Unabridged)
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4.9 • 31 Ratings
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- $17.99
Publisher Description
This candid memoir of music, fame, endurance, “true triumphs, and challenges” (Matt Pinfield, DJ and TV host) from Deryck Whibley, lead singer of Sum 41, follows his rise from a punk kid to an international star. With a new afterword.
From his earliest days growing up in Canada, Deryck Whibley loved music and couldn’t wait to achieve something bigger and better than the humble path that lay before him. Whibley was raised by a single mom and their small family constantly moved, so he was used to being the new kid, starting fights (or finishing them), and connecting with people who shared his sensibility for chaotic fun and loud music. Sum 41 was born of a group of friends who loved to jam, shared a DIY ethos, and were determined to be rock stars one day.
Walking Disaster is Whibley’s story, but it is also the untold story of Sum 41. It “barrels in like a tornado of extreme highs and lows” (Los Angeles Times) as Whibley takes you backstage, into the recording booth, and through the formation and rise of the band whose story is inextricably woven with his own.
With his insightful, earnest, and genuine voice, Whibley gets real about fame, fortune, and the music industry. Detailing everything from winning at the MTV Video Music Awards and being nominated for a Grammy to revisiting his high-profile relationships and friendships, contending with invasive paparazzi, and suffering from health issues that brought him to the brink, Whibley offers an insightful and unforgettable memoir.
Customer Reviews
Way more than I expected
Let me preface by stating that I’ve been a fan of Sum41 for their entire duration. At times, I did not understand what was going on with it’s lead singer and when I found out he was writing a book, I was not impressed. Needless to say, I decided give it a try in hopes to get information that might answer some of my questions. This book was way more than I expected and I really needed to hear Derycks perspective! I felt this book was like adventure and you couldn’t wait to hear what was going to be said next. The narration is impeccable and there are even snippets of the songs he wrote. Although it really pains me to never have seen Sum41 live, this book really gives you an idea of what it takes to make that machine run well! This book also takes on abuse whether its physical or psychological. The story is so well told, you can empathize and feel the pain in every moment and understand why someone might not recognize it. I am not a reviewer and this is my first review but, this story had… has to be shared. Good luck with everything Mr. Whibley. You did good!