Product DescriptionThe late Lowell George is best known as the lead singer, slide guitarist, songwriter, and producer of Little Feat, acclaimed in the '70s by the likes of Mick Jagger and Jimmy Page as their favourite band. George's offbeat sense of humour and surreal lyrics became a Little Feat trademark, making songs like 'Fat Man in the Bathtub' and 'Dixie Chicken' unforgettable. Rock and Roll Doctor explores the genius that animated Little Feat - from George's early bands The Standells and The Factory, to his work with Frank Zappa, landmark albums such as Feats Don't Fail Me Now and The Last Record Album, and his session and production work with the likes of Linda Ronstadt and The Grateful Dead. George's colourful childhood (he lived next door to Hollywood idol Errol Flynn) is here - as is his solo career after Little Feat that was cut short tragically. But most of this book portrays his highly productive period with this great rock and roll band. Each Little Feat album is dealt with in detail and the book examines the development of Lowell's classic songs - how they were conceived, recorded, and produced. The analysis of Little Feat's complex rhythms and Lowell's great music will fascinate musicians and fans alike.
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Rating: - Biography of George needs more substance...
Mark Brend's biography of Lowell George gives a mishmash about his life and an analysis of his music. Although it's written in what amounts to an academic style, the book is a fairly quick read that touches on important points in George's life. The book should have concentrated as much on George's life as his music giving equal weight to both. His childhood is given the most short shift in the book but this along with the booklet from the Little Feat anthology give fans enough facts to understand ... Read More
Rating: - Lowell would laugh at this one...
I was a friend of Lowell's.
I found this book extremely disappointing. It seems as if the author did some online research and talked to a couple of people that knew the band.
The claim of providing insight into the origination of the songs was almost completely bogus.
Even worse was the lack of factual and personal information about Lowell himself. Shoot, if I described the time we spent together and recalled the stories he told me you would have a much better ... Read More
Rating: - There Will Never Be Another
I'll keep this simple. Lowell George was one of a kind. If you are a Little Feat fan, this book is essential. Where else can you get an in-depth study of the man and his music? And, Mark Brend has done an excellent job! Stop reading me and buy this book.
Rating: - Lowell and Little Feat
An interesting read...I have liked LF since about 1976 and saw them once in 79...best concert I ever went to...I was shocked to hear that Lowell had died as young as he was and I miss his vocal talent and slide guitar...I read this book a couple years ago not long after it was released , not the best bio but not pretending to be either...it covers a lot of ground but I was hoping for more...I think it is a good read for any Lowell Gearge fan , a nice casual interesting easy to take book...
Rating: - The only Lowell George biography
This book read somewhat like a textbook, however, it is the only biography of Lowell George that I am aware of. Because of that, I think it is worth the purchase. Although not the most exciting book, I wanted to learn more about Lowell George and it helped me do just that. Also, in the back of the book there is a list of all the known collaborations and session work that Lowell George did throughout his career, which is useful in exploring more work by the Doctor.
- Biography of George needs more substance...
- Lowell would laugh at this one...
- There Will Never Be Another
