Living the rock and roll dream

Andy Summers memoir provides great insight into the fickle and hedonistic world of the Rock and Roll star. Whilst Summers is best known as the guitarist for the Police he was also a member of the Animals. Perhaps the most fascinating part of this book is his recollections of his formative years and the development of his passion for the guitar. He also provides a great description of the music scene in London during the 60's where he was friends with Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix. Summers proves himself to be not only a great guitarist but also a very talented writer. Considering that Sting's nick name for Summers was the Art monster this comes as no surprise. There were many amusing passages in this book and I found myself laughing on numerous occasions. With out doubt the best music biography I have ever read.