Music To My Years: A Journey Through the Soundtrack of Our Lives

In his new memoir, Music To My Years, acclaimed music journalist Anthony DeCurtis reflects on the soundtrack of his life and the way music has shaped our culture. From his childhood in the Bronx to his years as a music critic for Rolling Stone and The New York Times, DeCurtis has witnessed firsthand the power of music to move, inspire, and connect us.

In this deeply personal and insightful book, DeCurtis writes about the songs that have defined his life, from the doo-wop hits of the 1950s to the punk rock anthems of the 1970s to the hip-hop and R&B that dominates today's charts. He also explores the role that music has played in American history, from the Civil War to the Vietnam War to the present day.

DeCurtis's writing is both evocative and erudite, and he has a gift for capturing the essence of a song and the way it can speak to our hearts and minds. Music To My Years is a must-read for anyone who loves music and wants to understand its power to shape our lives.

Music to My Years: A Mixtape Memoir of Growing Up and Standing Up

by Cristela Alonzo

4.7 out of 5

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Some of the highlights of the book include:

• DeCurtis's personal reflections on the songs that have defined his life
• A look at the role that music has played in American history
• Insights into the creative process of some of the world's most iconic musicians
• A celebration of the power of music to move, inspire, and connect us

Praise for Music To My Years

"A beautifully written and deeply insightful memoir about the power of music to shape our lives." - Jon Pareles, The New York Times

"DeCurtis is one of our most gifted music critics, and his memoir is a must-read for anyone who loves music." - Ann Powers, NPR Music

"A moving and personal journey through the soundtrack of our lives." - Bob Dylan

About Anthony DeCurtis

Anthony DeCurtis is an acclaimed music journalist and critic who has written for Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and other publications. He is the author of several books on music, including Present Tense: Rock & Roll and Culture and Lou Reed: A Life.

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Music to My Years: A Mixtape Memoir of Growing Up and Standing Up

by Cristela Alonzo

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	35532 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	301 pages

FREE