In 1974, at the tender age of seventeen, Glenn Berger had an incredible opportunity to work alongside the legendary recording engineer, Phil Ramone, at New York City's iconic A&R Studios. Being part of this dynamic environment allowed him to bear witness to extraordinary moments in music history. The studio became a sanctuary where renowned artists like Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, Frank Sinatra, Burt Bacharach, Bette Midler, and James Brown unleashed their creative prowess, honed their craft, poured their hearts out, and occasionally, displayed epic displays of passion.

Through his memoir, Berger shares a treasure trove of captivating and previously undisclosed anecdotes about these musical icons. The book offers a delightful and often amusing peek behind the curtain of this revered musical haven. As Berger reflects on his journey from a humble "schlepper" to ultimately becoming a recording engineer superstar, his story unveils the incredible drive and ambition that propelled him forward.

Beyond the entertainment value, Berger's journey takes on a deeper meaning. As a prominent psychologist today, he sheds light on the nature of fame and success, leveraging his personal experiences and professional insights. This introspection allows him to explore the profound connections between creativity, mental states, and the destructive tendencies that can sometimes accompany them. The result is a thought-provoking examination of the human psyche, skillfully woven into the tapestry of his enthralling narrative.

Overall, this book offers readers an extraordinary glimpse into the inner workings of a musical Mecca. Berger's unique perspective as both a firsthand participant and an accomplished psychologist adds a layer of depth and introspection that sets this memoir apart. It's a captivating, heartwarming, and often humorous journey through the annals of music history, leaving readers with a renewed appreciation for the power of creativity and the complexities of human nature.

An entertaining and personal look at how some of our greatest albums were created...warts and all.

If you love 70's mucis this one could be a must read., but i will probably will buy this boom to read it properly 'cause the edition (that isn't the finish edition) is so bad that is really har to read it

Glenn Berger is someone that had a unique perspective in the music industry in the 1970s. Although he started at the bottom rung at A&R Studios, he quickly made his way up the ladder so that he was working with the likes of Phil Ramone, Paul Simon, Bob Dylan and more.

The interesting aspect of this book is that Berger is now looking back on this time as a trained psychotherapist, which for him personally must have been very eye-opening, both in terms of what he now thinks of these rock stars, but also what he thinks of his younger self. For most of the book, it is an interesting first-hand account of what his role was in the music business. When it gets to the part where he works with Fosse on a movie, it was more of a struggle to read. Not only because it seemed like the work was tedious and never-ending, but that was also when Berger was at his most self-absorbed, though at that young age and with the gift of this career, its not hard to understand why.

If rock'n'roll is your passion and you want a little more of the inside scoop, this is a good book browse.

A great insider look at the recording industry of the 1970. Fun read.