BS: Rik Palieri's Book

Subject: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Bill Hahn//\\
Date: 06 Aug 04 - 06:20 PM

I am hoping that many of you know of Rik Palieri on this forum. Suffice it to say he is a wonderful performer and "musical road warrior".   Well, his book (his first effort) is now published---The Road Is My Mistress".

Trust me when I say this is a real winner. I had the honor of reading the galleys and interviewing Rik after I read them for my radio programs---Tabletalk and also Traditions on WFDU 89.1 FM Teaneck NJ.

The book really gets into what life as a road musician is like, what interesting people you meet along the way, what creativity is needed, how Rik has met and formed friendships with notable artists from around the world---and, finally, his wonderful view of live and his loves. The last part alone will have you well up with a tear or two and also, perhaps, teach you a bit about how we all share sorrows and joys.

In full disclosure I will say that I am not an agent, have no financial interest in this at all. I just think it is a terrific work by someone who has proven his creativity in a new field for him.

You can check the book out on Amazon.com


Bill Hahn

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Sooz
Date: 07 Aug 04 - 03:21 PM

Rik shared a meal with us between gigs on his last UK tour - wonder if we are in the book?

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Bill Hahn//\\
Date: 07 Aug 04 - 10:42 PM

Well---what is the name?   But, then again, if you get the book the mystery is solved.


Bill Hahn

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 08 Aug 04 - 03:29 AM

If Rik's book is half as good as his playing, it's gonna be a cracker. His appearance at the Gainsborough Folk Club with Gareth Hedges was an absolute delight. A fine musician, a truly charismatic guy and now, hopefully, a successful writer.

Any news on the title of the book, or the ISBN no?

SJ :0)

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Bill Hahn//\\
Date: 08 Aug 04 - 03:05 PM

The book is called The Road Is My Mistress as said in my first posting.

It is listed on Amazon.Com

Bill Hahn

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 08 Aug 04 - 04:24 PM

Thanks Bill. Incidentally, it was 6 am this morning (Sunday) when I read your first post - hence my comprehension problem!! LOL
SJ :0)

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 08 Aug 04 - 04:39 PM

And of course (before some clever bugger points it out to me) if it was this morning, it must have been a.m.! LOL
SJ :0)

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Bill Hahn//\\
Date: 08 Aug 04 - 10:41 PM

In any case---well worth the read.    Frankly, there is one segment that will bring tears to your eyes.

Bill H

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: lucky_p
Date: 09 Aug 04 - 10:45 PM

I remember Rik from 25 years ago when he was performing with Pete Seeger and the Sloopsingers at the summer Revivals. He was just beginning his career then, and I don't have a clear memory of his playing and singing, but I do remember him as a kindly soul. Based on this book, it seems that he's lived a folkie's fantasy -- footloose, adventurous, creative, spontaneous.

Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book
From: Bill Hahn//\\
Date: 10 Aug 04 - 04:48 PM

To that you can add---caring and in some passages of very personal moments---loving.

Bill Hahn