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Kicking & Dreaming
Kicking & Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul, and Rock and Roll | Charles R. Cross, Ann Wilson, Nancy Wilson
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The story of Heart is a story of heart and soul and rock n roll. Since finding their love of music and performing as teenagers in Seattle, Washington, Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson, have been part of the American rock music landscape. From 70s classics like Magic Man and Barracuda to chart- topping 80s ballads like Alone, and all the way up to 2012, when they will release their latest studio album, Fanatic, Heart has been thrilling their fans and producing hit after hit. In Kicking and Dreaming, the Wilsons recount their story as two sisters who have a shared over three decades on the stage, as songwriters, as musicians, and as the leaders of one of our most beloved rock bands. An intimate, honest, and a uniquely female take on the rock and roll life, readers of bestselling music memoirs like Life by Keith Richards and Steven Tylers Does the Noise in My Head Bother You? will love this quintessential music story finally told from a female perspective.
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OriginalCyn620
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Pickpick

I started this yesterday on International Women‘s Day, which I thought was fitting. I‘ve always thought Ann‘s voice was awesome, and that both she and Nancy were badass! This was a great account of their career - the highs and lows, the sexism in the industry, and their sisterly bond.

#bookspinbingo - free space
#pop24 - autobiography by a woman in rock ‘n‘ roll (this is technically two women, but it still counts 🤪)

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!! 2mo
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rkpope

This is a great book about a great rock bank. We often think we know things about a band, but our perceptions are often wrong because of the pressure placed on entertainers to present themselves in a certain way.

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overtheedge
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Honest, intimate glimpse into the world of the Wilson sisters, and Heart, the band they were such an important part of. Ann and Nancy take turns sharing and revealing their experiences, their feelings and their rise to worldwide fame. Candid insightful, their lively and hilarious stories, loves and insights are so genuine fun to read.This is a fantastic memoir, a must for any Heart fan!!
Highly Recommended.
Full review goodreads.com/overtheedge

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overtheedge
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I love Heart, still do. This looks like a great book. Ann and Nancy comment on events in their lives and careers that have, so far, been fun and humorous. I love these girls....rebels rockers, each in their own way!

kyraleseberg Such a great band! I've had their greatest hits album on everything from cassette to MP3 through the years because their music just stands the test of time. 6y
tpixie Great music! 6y
Reggie Lol, At work, All I wanna do is make love to you, comes on and this girl from another dept. and I will sing it to each other and drive everyone crazy. Lol, that video was also a great video!!! 6y
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LibrarianRenee
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These ladies kick ass! I‘ve always loved Heart, but didn‘t know much about them. A great listen as they both narrate the book.

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Godmotherx5
Kicking & Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul, and Rock and Roll | Charles R. Cross, Ann Wilson, Nancy Wilson
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I‘ve liked Heart for ages. Their music is #InYourSoul whether it is a folk song or a rocking rhythm. #NewYearReads

@bookloo @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

TricksyTails I love Heart! Ann Wilson‘s voice is amazing! ♥️ 6y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks I love them too!!! Makes me want to listen to them!!! 🎼🎧 6y
MamaGina I ❤️ them too! Lol. Have you seen their performance of Stairway to Heaven at the Kennedy Center? It will bring tears to your eyes!! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2u-PjvRyr0I 6y
Godmotherx5 @MamaGina Yes!! Their performance during their induction to the Rock Roll Hall Fame was just as moving. 6y
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Godmotherx5
Kicking & Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul, and Rock and Roll | Charles R. Cross, Ann Wilson, Nancy Wilson
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Heart! The Wilson sisters pumped me up before exams in nursing school. I'm always intrigued to learn the stories behind the songs I love. A bonus in this book was learning a family member was burned at the stake for witchcraft & it led me another book: A Storm of Witchcraft. #bookishsiblings #augustphotochallenge @TheSpinecrackersBookClub

LitHousewife This sounds really good! 8y
StephBengtson I NEED to read this! 💖 8y
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