Hello. My
name is Paul DeLisle. I’m the guy who wrote this book. You've probably never
heard of me. That's okay. Most people wouldn't know me from Adam. But, unless
you've been living in a cloistered monastery for the last fifteen years, you
have heard of my band.
So begins the memoir of the creation, rise, and current
state of the multi-platinum recording artist Smash Mouth as told by bassist
Paul DeLisle. Well known for their hits “All Star,” “Walking on the Sun,” “Then
the Morning Comes,” “Can’t Get Enough of You Baby,” and “I’m a Believer,” the
band carried the spirit of a generation, but didn't stop there. Enjoy this
behind-the-scenes look from Paul’s unique, there from the start, insider’s view.
Excerpt:
There's an episode of Cheers where washed-up ball player Sam
Malone, frustrated with either Diane or Rebecca, proclaims, "Y'know, most
people don't know this ... but I’m famous!"
I love that line. I can totally relate. You see, I am a
founding and continued member of the band Smash Mouth. Yet I am, proudly and
alas, the bass player. I’m not famous. My band is.
From the beginning, Smash Mouth was set up as a democracy
between four musicians and a manager, each player having an equal voice on band
matters. Yet we were all fully aware and accepting of the fact that, as lead
singer/frontman, Steve Harwell would be getting a disproportionate amount of
attention. Seeing as he is the face and mouthpiece of Smash Mouth, you may be a
little disappointed he didn't write this book.
But stay with me here. Because as you'll see, I have a
unique vantage point: as one of only four original constituents, I’ve been
involved in every aspect of the band since day one. Only Steve and I have trod
every step of this Smash Mouth journey. Also, while traditionally
under-recognized, the bass player himself sees everything. Plus I went to
college. Who better to write a book about Smash Mouth?
That said, keep in mind this book is solely from my point of
view. Steve, Greg, Kevin, and Robert would obviously have different takes on
certain events. However, this book is simply intended as a comprehensive
account of our rise to fame and continued success.
So without further ado ... here’s what happened:
EEP!!!
How awesome is that!
Pick
up your copy of Walkin' on the Sun today and get your own "backstage
pass" to the world of Smash Mouth!
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