The Rock 'n' Roll Life of Legendary Sax Man Bobby Keys
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2748 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Print length | : | 304 pages |
Item Weight | : | 6.7 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 5.51 x 0.59 x 8.43 inches |
Bobby Keys was a saxophonist who played with some of the biggest names in rock 'n' roll, including the Rolling Stones, John Lennon, and Joe Cocker. His solos are instantly recognizable on classic tracks like "Brown Sugar" and "Let It Be." Keys' life was a wild ride of music, drugs, and excess, and he died tragically in 2014 at the age of 70.
Keys was born in Slaton, Texas, in 1943. His father was a sharecropper, and his mother was a waitress. Keys began playing the saxophone at the age of 10. He played with the Sneeds, a local band, in the 1950s and 1960s. In 1964, Keys moved to Los Angeles, where he met and began playing with Leon Russell.
In 1969, Keys played on John Lennon's album "Imagine." He also played on Joe Cocker's album "Mad Dogs & Englishmen" that same year. In 1970, Keys joined the Rolling Stones on their Sticky Fingers tour. He played with the Stones for the next 10 years, and he can be heard on classic albums like "Exile on Main St." and "Some Girls."
Keys had a long history of drug and alcohol abuse. He was arrested for possession of cocaine in 1975. In 1980, he was arrested for drunk driving. In 1983, he was arrested for possession of heroin. Keys checked into rehab several times, but he never fully overcame his addiction.
Keys died in 2014 from liver cancer. He was 70 years old.
Legacy
Bobby Keys was one of the most respected saxophonists in rock 'n' roll history. His solos are instantly recognizable, and his playing helped define the sound of some of the greatest rock albums of all time. Keys was also a talented songwriter, and he wrote or co-wrote several hit songs, including "Honky Tonk Women" and "You Gotta Move."
Keys' life was a wild ride, but he never lost his passion for music. He was a true rock 'n' roll legend, and his music will continue to inspire and entertain fans for generations to come.
Reviews
"Bobby Keys was a true original. His saxophone playing was pure magic, and his life was a wild ride. This book is a fascinating read for any fan of rock 'n' roll." - Keith Richards
"Bobby Keys was one of the greatest saxophonists of all time. His playing was soulful, passionate, and always full of fire. This book is a must-read for any fan of his music." - John Lennon
"Bobby Keys was a legend. He played with the best of the best, and his solos are instantly recognizable. This book is a great tribute to his life and music." - Joe Cocker
4.6 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2748 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Print length | : | 304 pages |
Item Weight | : | 6.7 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 5.51 x 0.59 x 8.43 inches |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 2748 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Print length | : | 304 pages |
Item Weight | : | 6.7 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 5.51 x 0.59 x 8.43 inches |