New book about 80s scene in New Jersey Joe Lynn Turner

How Not To Make It In The Music by Nicholas Clemente is now available!

In the 1980s known to those of us in the Rock and Roll world as the decade of decadence, there were two places to be from if you were a Rock and Roll band; Hollywood, California or New Jersey. Hollywood had spawned Motley Crue, Ratt, Guns ´N´ Roses and many more and New Jersey had delivered Bon Jovi and Skid Row. Being in the clubs of New Jersey in the 1980s was a lot like being in the clubs on the Sunset Strip. Lots of bands, hair, hairspray, half dressed ladies and the craziness that went along with Rock and Roll. "How Not To Make It In The Music Business" is the story of a group of guys who tried to make it in the clubs of New Jersey in the 1980s. They did not get the gold ring but, had the time of their lives chasing it. If you are in a Rock and Roll band, used to be in a Rock and Roll band or just daydreamed about being a Rock Star, this book is for you. Now let´s follow the career of an American Rock and Roll band and their rise to the bottom.

“How Not To Make It In The Music Business” is a fun read for anyone who’s in a band, or even entertaining the idea of working in the Music Industry.”
By: Joe Lynn Turner

Joe Lynn Turner singer of Rainbow, Deep Purple, Yngwie J. Malmsteen’s “Rising Force” and HTP.


"How Not To Make It In The Music Business" is a MUST READ for EVERY unsigned band! It´s a comical, fun read about the rise and demise of New Jersey´s Sinnocence. From personality quirks, fights and substance abuse, to dealing with club owners and girlfriends- "How Not To Make It In The Music Business" is a humorous ride of what NOT to do (unless you want to have a shit load of laughs)! We thoroughly enjoyed it!

- Ralph Sutton and Stacey X from the TOUR BUS nationally syndicated radio show


“When I read this book, it was like entering a time warp. Not only have I played many
of the same venues as the author, but have experienced virtually every scenario within these pages. From the excitement of live shows to the disappointment of ever-changing band lineups, it’s all here. For all musicians starting up, this book will educate you as to what to expect. Nick gives it to you straight, from the girls to the parties to the incidents with the law, and any other occurrences associated with being in a rock band.”
“As the book shows, it’s not always a walk in the park being a struggling musician, but there’s nothing else that can replace the day to day experiences which Nick has thoroughly laid out for all of us to enjoy. A must read for musicians and music fans alike.”

-Steve Blaze: Guitarist for Lillian Axe and Angel

To purchase "HOW NOT TO MAKE IT IN THE MUSIC BUSINESS" visit Quig´s Musical Sideshow at: http://www.quigsmss.com