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If Kelly Curtis wrote a Pearl Jam book would you purchase it?

IgivesuchgoodparadymIgivesuchgoodparadym Posts: 924
edited July 2008 in The Porch
I think this guy has a tremendous book in him. He was there during all the Ticketmaster/Congress hysteria, of course and was entrenched with the politics of everything that happened with that conflict and probably has an interesting perspective being on the front lines. Plus he I'm sure has plenty of PJ stories that would make us all laugh and probably never heard before. Of course, I'd like an autobiography from one of the band members, but I don't think that will happen anytime soon (although you never know). I think Curtis would bring an interesting outlook on the band from a different angle. But I'd be curious if there'd be enough interest to get a book from the tour manager.
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  • Gonzo1977Gonzo1977 Posts: 1,696
    That book would be really cool. Doubt he'll write it anytime soon. Maybe someday when we're all old geezers...but for now I think he's just concerned with managing the band.
  • Rjonesrm20Rjonesrm20 Posts: 380
    i think it would be great....cool insight frrom someone always with the band, but not an actual member...i bet he's got stories for days.
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  • Ledbetterman10Ledbetterman10 Posts: 16,933
    at this point, I think I know everything I need (or want) to know about Pearl Jam
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  • DiRtYyELLoWoCeAnDiRtYyELLoWoCeAn Medford, Ma Posts: 1,605
    If he did write a book I think it would be a no-brainer EVERYONE in the 10c and just people who have a mild interest/want to learn more about the band would buy it!
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  • YourDirtisMyfoodYourDirtisMyfood Boston Posts: 4,655
    I think there could be a good book here. I'd be curious to hear about the early days from Curtis' vantage point in dealing with booking arenas and touring (such as Lollapooloza) and all the stuff that goes on behind-the-scenes. He'd give a good perspective of how the band has evolved from a rock band to a legendary act in the music business. If he pulled no punches, it has potential.
  • Jesika537Jesika537 Posts: 301
    Yes...
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  • IgivesuchgoodparadymIgivesuchgoodparadym Posts: 924
    DiRtYyELLoWoCeAn wrote:
    If he did write a book I think it would be a no-brainer EVERYONE in the 10c and just people who have a mild interest/want to learn more about the band would buy it!


    I wonder if it would be in the "Goods" section! :)
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  • DiRtYyELLoWoCeAnDiRtYyELLoWoCeAn Medford, Ma Posts: 1,605
    Igivesuchgoodparadym wrote:
    I wonder if it would be in the "Goods" section! :)




    You win for best post of the day :)
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  • Spot In The SkySpot In The Sky Posts: 1,175
    Its been a while since the last book anyway, we could use a more well rounded one including more recent events and a closer look from the manager of the band rather than someone doing interviews and following them.
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  • smile05smile05 Posts: 600
    DiRtYyELLoWoCeAn wrote:
    You win for best post of the day :)

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  • Staceb10Staceb10 Posts: 675
    Hell yeah
  • GOSSArDgEEKGOSSArDgEEK Posts: 245
    I would buy it, wouldn't it be cool if Eric Johnson put in his two sense?
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  • IgivesuchgoodparadymIgivesuchgoodparadym Posts: 924
    larmen42 wrote:
    I would buy it, wouldn't it be cool if Eric Johnson put in his two sense?

    Krusen could write the forward.
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  • GOSSArDgEEKGOSSArDgEEK Posts: 245
    That would be great!
    Here’s a question you might need to ask
    What’s self destruction and how can we last?

    "I cannot stop the thought of running in the dark.
    Coming up a which way sign. All good truants must decide."
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  • markymark550markymark550 Columbia, SC Posts: 5,176
    Yeah, I would definitely buy a Pearl Jam book authored by Kelly Curtis.

    But really, why only Pearl Jam? He's helped manage Soundgarden, Mother Love Bone, and Pearl Jam. Also, I believe he helped Alice In Chains with their first demo. With all of those experiences, I'm sure there would be some great stories and recollections.
  • Surf RiderSurf Rider Posts: 813
    Igivesuchgoodparadym wrote:
    If Kelly Curtis wrote a Pearl Jam book would you purchase it?

    only if it had a kelly curtis into the wild international pooping pose on the cover
  • IgivesuchgoodparadymIgivesuchgoodparadym Posts: 924
    PJAMEDVED wrote:
    only if it had a kelly curtis into the wild international pooping pose on the cover
    indeed
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