This is the second Neil Peart book I have read after the very different and emotionally more intense Ghost Rider. I read the books as an avid motorcyclist first and a music fan second although i have to admit that i know the square root of nothing about Rush and i have honestly never listened to a single one of their songs never mind an album. I also have no interest whatsoever in seeing them or hearing them. I say this to make the point that this writing stands out on its own. The book does really major on the events of the road trip versus the bands tour. But there is enough there for true Rush fans and great insight into the lifestyle of a professional musician of this high standard. I don't really understand how he makes the mundane interesting. The book really is a page turner. It is interesting to read of his occasional difficulty dealing with fans and gatherings of friends and admirers. This seems a wee bit odd given his profession and jars a bit since the fans put him in the position he enjoys today. I know he knows that and also knows that "fan is short for fanatic" as well. Another high quality book from Mr Peart.Get more detail about Roadshow: Landscape With Drums: A Concert Tour by Motorcycle.
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