This was a fun trip down memory lane and an interesting look behind the scenes of the record industry in the 90s. I know the book focuses on “rock” bands, but it could have used a few more voices, especially from solo women in alternative music like Tori Amos, DiFranco, PJ Harvey, etc. it also felt like the drug use and and infighting that was so prevalent at the time was largely pushed aside as a reason that a lot of these bands aren’t around. Small criticisms though for a book that remains an interesting read throughout and offers up lots of discussions for fans. Slightly scholarly, Pearson does a really good job of never being too dry and keeps the pace going and pages flying.

Thanks to he publisher and Netgalley for an early peek.