Race with the Devil Gene Vincent's Life in the Fast Lane |
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| Author:
| Vanhecke, Susan |
| ISBN: | 978-0-312-26222-8 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2000 |
| Publisher: | St. Martin's Press
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| Imprint: | Minotaur Books |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $23.95 |
Book Description:
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Famous for his classic hit 'Be-Bop-A-Lula,' Gene,Vincent was one of the most influential rock 'n',roll artists of all time. This is the first,American biography written of this rock pioneer,and the most comprehensive account of his career,and turbulent personal life. Adored by British and,European fans, Gene Vincent moved to the UK in,1959 where his leather-clad, street-tough persona,met with instant acclaim. the survivor of the,crash that killed Eddie Cochran, his closest,friend, he...
More DescriptionFamous for his classic hit 'Be-Bop-A-Lula,' Gene,Vincent was one of the most influential rock 'n',roll artists of all time. This is the first,American biography written of this rock pioneer,and the most comprehensive account of his career,and turbulent personal life. Adored by British and,European fans, Gene Vincent moved to the UK in,1959 where his leather-clad, street-tough persona,met with instant acclaim. the survivor of the,crash that killed Eddie Cochran, his closest,friend, he was to die himself at just 36, a victim,of torment and tragedy. Illustrated.