Rock ’n’ Roll: It’s Better Than Working for a Living

Mick Tyas, a seasoned professional, immersed himself in the world of rock ’n’ roll, collaborating with major bands across the United States and Europe. His memoir, ＂Rock ’n’ Roll: It’s Better Than Working for a Living,＂ provides an exclusive backstage pass to the inner workings of this revolutionary music genre. From the 1960s to the present day, Tyas shares candid and often humorous insights into life behind the scenes.

In this sensational account, readers gain a personal glimpse into the rock tour circuit, witnessing the highs and lows of iconic artists’ lives. As ’the’ sound and monitor engineer, Tyas worked alongside industry giants, revealing intimate details and fascinating facts. His biography not only delves into the business of music but also chronicles the adventures, antics, and quirks of performance art and life on the road. It’s like a captivating blend of ＂Entertainment Tonight＂ and the ＂Discovery Channel.＂

If you’re intrigued by the magic and chaos of rock ’n’ roll, Tyas’s memoir promises an exhilarating read!
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Mick Tyas, the author of ＂Rock ’n’ Roll: It’s Better Than Working for a Living,＂ has left an indelible mark on the music industry. His memoir offers readers an exclusive backstage pass to the tumultuous world of rock ’n’ roll. Here are the key highlights:

1. Career in Music Engineering:

   • Tyas worked as a sound and monitor engineer for major rock bands across the United States and Europe.
   • His expertise allowed him to collaborate with iconic artists, shaping their live performances and ensuring top-notch sound quality.

2. Memoir: ＂Rock ’n’ Roll: It’s Better Than Working for a Living＂:

   • In this candid and often humorous memoir, Tyas shares intimate details of life behind the scenes during the rock ’n’ roll revolution.
   • The book spans decades, covering artists from the 1960s to the present day.
   • Readers get a one-on-one backstage pass, witnessing the highs, lows, and eccentricities of rock tours.

3. Unique Insights:

   • Tyas’s biography not only explores the business side of music but also delves into the adventures, antics, and foibles of performance art and life on the road.
   • It’s like a captivating blend of ＂Entertainment Tonight＂ and the ＂Discovery Channel＂.

4. Publisher: Beat Deep Books (DonnaInk Publications):

   • ＂Rock ’n’ Roll: It’s Better Than Working for a Living＂ is published under the Beat Deep Books imprint by DonnaInk Publications.
   • The imprint is known for its commitment to quality literature and unique voices within various genres.

Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a fan of backstage stories, or simply curious about the rock ’n’ roll lifestyle, Mick Tyas’s memoir promises an exhilarating read!

＂I wanted to write this book way back in the early 1990s. I knew my wildest and most lucrative years in the music industry were behind me at that time, even though I was still very active in the business working prestigious gigs. ＂I have been very lucky to be able to experience events shared in my memoir during my career. Most of my work history involves activities only a very small sample of the population were able to experience. For many years, whilst touring people have asked me, ’How did you get into this business? How did you learn how to do this job? What’s it like working with rock stars and famous people? Do you talk to them? What are they like? How can I get into doing what you’re doing?’ ＂At the time, these questions were difficult to answer because my job didn’t seem like such a big deal to me back then. I’ve written this biography to provide answers to those questions and more. Since most people aren’t able to get Access All Areas passes to top rock shows. And, they aren’t able to meet their music idols, nor are they able to be flown about the globe to stay in the best hotels while being paid generously, I feel obliged to give back and share the facts about day-to-day life in the business. I also want to tell people what it is like to wake up every morning and be so excited by the day’s ’work’ ahead. Whether it was London, New York, Los Angeles, Tokyo or Sydney, the excitement was always with me every single day regardless of issues and the episodes relative to the job, which I presume happen in every profession. ＂There’s back stage stuff, there’s personal stuff, there’s good stuff and there’s bad stuff. There’s also professional stuff and unprofessional stuff. However, none of that mattered, going through it all was the best Adrenalin fueled roller coaster ride ever. I was very lucky.＂