Review: I'm not even a Beatles fan...
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 16, 2012
Music is a *huge* part of my life.  In fact, I tell people that if I were to have to make a choice between never getting to watch TV/movies again and never getting to listen to music again, you could take my TV in a second.  Music to me is more than just something to listen to - it stirs the soul, triggers lost memories and feelings, motivates, and can truly capture a point in time.I'm also the kinda guy that loves all types of music.  I enjoy classic rock and heavy metal.  Dug the '90s rock scene.  Was raised on '50-'60s rock & roll and have an old motown collection that would rival most radio stations.  I dig outlaw country, big bands, and even some classical.But I have to be honest...I've just *never* been a fan of the Beatles.  Some of their earlier stuff was Ok (think early British Invasion), but by and large, I've just never been a fan, nor cared.So you'd think that a short biography on John Lennon wouldn't be of that much interest to me...and you'd be wrong.I loved reading this book - even if I'm not a fan of the Beatles as a whole or Lennon's solo career.  The peek this book gives you into Lennon's life allows you to truly see things from his point of view, and see the man for much more than what you've ever heard on the radio.I can honestly say I have a lot more respect for Lennon as a whole...even if his music wouldn't be my first pick.  James Hoag has put out a great book, and it really makes me want to check out his other volumes - esp that of guys like Fats Domino, Buddy Holly, Ricky Nelson, and one of my all-time favs - Bobby Darin.Anybody that has a true love for music should pick this up.