The sign-up is now open for people interested in pre-ordering “An Extraordinary Life,” the book about rock musician John Wetton. Created with John’s family and management, the book features seventy-plus people who knew and worked with John. “An Extraordinary Life” covers from his school days up to iconic rock, progressive rock and soft rock bands like Family, King Crimson, Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, Roxy Music, U.K., Asia, the John Wetton solo band and beyond.
Among those quoted along with his family are Steve Howe, Phil Manzanera, Bill Bruford, Robert Fripp, Carl Palmer, Rick Wakeman, Dave Kilminster, Geoff Downes (who also wrote the preface) and many more.
Along with stories of John’s musical success are those from friends and family who do not steer clear of his problems, but rather explain the why, the how, and eventual triumph over them in honest and touching recollections. The book also contains personal and classic photos of John at work and play in two extensive photo sections of An Extraordinary Life.
“He had a love for fast cars, fine food, coffee, the Rams (that’s Derby County for non-football followers), films, books, crosswords, current affairs, sport, languages, classical music – anything that would stimulate his mind that he could use to great effect in his music and lyrics.” — Geoff Downes.
Available at www.johnwettonbook.com