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They Call Me Supermensch: A Backstage Pass to the Amazing Worlds of Film, Food, and Rock'n'Roll Hardcover – September 20, 2016
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An eye-popping peek into entertainment industry from the magnetic force who has worked with an impeccable roster of stars throughout his storied career.
In the course of his legendary career as a manager, agent, and producer, Shep Gordon has worked with, and befriended, some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, from Alice Cooper to Bette Davis, Raquel Welch to Groucho Marx, Blondie to Jimi Hendrix, Sylvester Stallone to Salvador Dali, Luther Vandross to Teddy Pendergrass. He is also credited with inventing the "celebrity chef," and has worked with Nobu Matsuhisa, Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Roger Vergé, and many others, including his holiness the Dalai Lama.
In this wonderfully engaging memoir, the charismatic entertainment legend recalls his life, from his humble beginnings as a "shy, no self-esteem, Jewish nebbisher kid with no ambition" in Oceanside, Long Island, to his unexpected rise as one of the most influential and respected personalities in show business, revered for his kindness, charisma—and fondness for a good time.
Gordon shares riotous anecdotes and outrageous accounts of his free-wheeling, globe-trotting experiences with some of the biggest celebrities of the past five decades, including his first meeting with Janice Joplin in 1968, when the raspy singer punched him in the face. Told with incomparable humor and heart, They Call Me Supermensch is a sincere, hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the worlds of music and entertainment from the consummate Hollywood insider.
- Print length304 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherAnthony Bourdain/Ecco
- Publication dateSeptember 20, 2016
- Dimensions6 x 1.04 x 9 inches
- ISBN-100062355953
- ISBN-13978-0062355959
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“At a time when people feel compelled to revel in and share their excesses-and Gordon does share a few of his-it’s refreshing to find a story in which the search for meaning trumps the search for mischief.” — Publishers Weekly
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In the course of his storied career as a manager, agent, and producer, Shep Gordon has worked with—and befriended—some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, from Alice Cooper to Bette Davis, Raquel Welch to Groucho Marx, Blondie to Jimi Hendrix, Sylvester Stallone to Salvador Dalí, Luther Vandross to Teddy Pendergrass. He is also credited with inventing the “celebrity chef,” and has worked with Nobu Matsuhisa, Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Roger Vergé, and many others.
In this wonderfully engaging memoir, the captivating entertainment legend recalls his life, from his humble beginnings as a shy, unambitious kid growing up on Long Island to his unexpected rise as one of the most influential and respected personalities in show business, revered for his kindness, charisma—and fondness for a good time.
Gordon shares riotous anecdotes and outrageous accounts of his freewheeling, globe-trotting experiences with some of the biggest celebrities of the past five decades, including his first meeting with Janis Joplin in 1968, when the raspy singer punched him in the face. Told with incomparable humor and heart, They Call Me Supermensch is a sincere, hilarious, behind-the-scenes look at the worlds of music and entertainment from a consummate Hollywood insider.About the Author
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- Publisher : Anthony Bourdain/Ecco; First Edition/Second Printing (September 20, 2016)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 304 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0062355953
- ISBN-13 : 978-0062355959
- Item Weight : 1.07 pounds
- Dimensions : 6 x 1.04 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #459,744 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The most important thing I look for when reading these autobiographies is that the author must not only be able to tell the story that the fans already know but to do it in a way that is unique to the author’s personality and Shep Gordon certainly does this. The way he relates his story is genuine and sincere. When I began reading the book, it was as if he and I were sitting down having a wonderful conversation about his life. I enjoyed the magnificent stories, the anecdotes and the reoccurring theme of various lessons on life. I hadn’t read too far into the book when I ran across the statement, ‘create history, don’t wait for it to happen.’ At that point I knew there would be many gems to follow and was not disappointed.
I also need the author to relate something new to stories I am familiar with and again, Shep Gordon manages to do so. Whether it was his initial meeting with the Alice Cooper Group or the Dalai Lama, he was able to bring, not only a different perspective to the event, he was able to share some new information and in most cases an after-story to go with it.
When reading autobiographies, I am also looking for inspiration. I love the stories of celebrities that made it, lost it and regained it. Whether it is through religion, self-preservation or a 12-step program, whenever the person has overcome personal tragedy it is an inspiration and Shep shared a few of these. I know it can be difficult to share such stories with the public as they are so personal, but in doing so, Shep offers an inspiration or a different way of looking at the situations.
As to the content of the book, Shep manages to cover the stories that anyone who even remotely knows who he is can appreciate. But if you are looking for 300 pages of Shep and Alice Cooper, you will not find it here. There is enough of Alice and their dealings together but you soon discover that Shep Gordon is more than Alice Cooper’s manager. You will get the pre-Cooper stories, which are essential in building the character of Shep Gordon, you will get his entry into band management and then you will get to be entertained as he takes you on the journey of his life into areas that it is safe to say most people don’t know. His experiences with Raquel, Groucho, Vergé and the many other great chefs are wonderfully shared and again so insightful. I’ve shared the chef’s stories with several cooking friends and of course they “never knew.” To me, this speaks to the second point above. Bringing something new to the masses. When I got to the Salvador Dali part, I was so inspired that I went to the Dali museum’s website and purchased the 3-D crystal of Alice. Again, to me, that is what a good author will do. I've also purchased another 3 copies to share with friends.
Buy the book. You will not be disappointed. As you read through these pages, I hope you will find the stories as interesting and inspirational as I did.
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older harder to get books, this book was in excellent condition, even autographed, and arrived in decent time from the UKc
While the author could have easily focused on the spoils of his conquests and "wins", there's a beauty to this book as Shep Gordon shares his ambitions, struggles, fears, loneliness and heart. Shep's a mensch and someone you'd want on your team.