How Bluegrass Music Destroyed My Life - by John Fahey (Paperback)

This book is a collection of semi-autobiographical stories from one of the most influential guitarists in music history, John Fahey.

The tales are recalled in a conversational tone, offering insight into Fahey's childhood and young adulthood in post-World War II suburbia.

The stories resist categorization, blending elements of memoir, personal essay, fiction, and manifesto.

With black humor and ambivalent mysticism, Fahey's writing shines a light on the logic, religious dogma, and mythological history that have influenced his music.

As a pioneer of the steel-string acoustic guitar as a solo instrument, Fahey's work has inspired generations of guitarists, including Leo Kottke and Thurston Moore.

With over 30 albums to his name, Fahey ranked 35th on Rolling Stone's list of "The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time." This book is a must-read for any fan of Fahey's music or those interested in the history of rock and roll.