Diary of a Player by Brad Paisley
A candid country music memoir from superstar guitarist and songwriter Brad Paisley, this personal and humorous account traces his journey from small-town West Virginia to becoming one of Nashville's most celebrated performers. Long before CMA Awards and sold-out arenas, Brad Paisley was an eight-year-old boy handed a Sears Danelectro guitar by his beloved grandfather, Warren Jarvis. That Christmas gift became more than an instrument--it became an identity. In Diary of a Player, Paisley reflects on the relationship that shaped him, the mentors who guided him, and the relentless passion that drove him from local stages to the top of country music. With warmth and wit, Paisley recounts the highs and lows of life in the music industry: songwriting breakthroughs, career-defining performances, backstage moments with fellow artists, and the discipline required to master his craft. Through it all, the guitar remains his constant companion--equal parts refuge, creative outlet, and lifeline. Blending humor, heartfelt tribute, and behind-the-scenes insight into the Nashville music scene, this memoir offers fans an intimate portrait of a country music star who built his career one string at a time.
Wild, David: - David Wild is a healthcare industry veteran, with experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and immunodiagnostics, which remains his passion. He worked for Amersham, Eastman-Kodak, Johnson & Johnson, and Bristol-Myers Squibb, and consulted for diagnostics and biotechnology companies. He led research and development programs, design and construction of chemical and biotechnology plants, and integration of acquired companies. Director-level positions included Research and Development, Design Engineering, Operations and Strategy, for billion dollar businesses. He retired from full-time work in 2012 to focus on his role as Editor of The Immunoassay Handbook, and advises on product development, manufacturing and marketing.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781451625523 |
| ISBN 10 | 1451625529 |
| Title | Diary of a Player |
| Author | Brad Paisley |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Howard Books |
| Year published | 2011-11-01 |
| Number of pages | 247 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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