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Scar Tissue Hardcover – October 6, 2004

by Anthony Kiedis (Author), Larry Sloman (Author)
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In this "vivid and inspiring" New York Times bestseller (Newsweek), the Red Hot Chili Peppers' lead singer and songwriter shares a searingly honest account of life in the rock scene's fast lane—from the darkness into the light.

In 1983, four self-described "knuckleheads" burst out of the mosh-pitted mosaic of the neo-punk rock scene in L.A. with their own unique brand of cosmic hardcore mayhem funk. Over twenty years later, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, against all odds, have become one of the most successful bands in the world. Though the band has gone through many incarnations, Anthony Kiedis, the group's lyricist and dynamic lead singer, has been there for the whole roller-coaster ride. In Scar Tissue, Kiedis delivers a compelling life story from a man "in love with everything"—the darkness, the death, the disease. Even his descent into drug addiction was a part of that journey, another element transformed into art.

Whether he's honoring the influence of the beautiful, strong women who have been his muses or remembering the roaring crowds of Woodstock and the Dalai Lama's humble compound, Kiedis shares a compelling story about the price of success and excess. Scar Tissue is a story of dedication and debauchery, of intrigue and integrity, of recklessness and redemption—a story that could only have come out of the world of rock.
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For a musician who has spent the better half of his life either intoxicated or on a drug high, Kiedis, the lead singer of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, has produced a surprisingly detailed account of his life. Raised in the 1960s and '70s by a drug dealer father who first introduced his preteen son to drugs by mashing them into bananas, the high school delinquent and UCLA dropout seemed destined for a life of rabble-rousing until his high school band—cofounded by close friends Michael "Flea" Balzary and Hillel Slovak—took off and became one of the most popular groups of the 1990s. Though he peppers his book with little known facts (for instance, the author narrowly missed being named Clark Gable Kiedis), the punk-funk rocker dedicates too few pages to his introspective music-writing process and too many to his incessant drug use and revolving door of girlfriends (which included actress Ione Skye, singer Sinéad O'Connor and director Sofia Coppola). But while Kiedis fails to scratch beneath the surface of his fast-lane life, his frankness is moving, especially toward the end of the book, when his mea culpa turns into a full-blown account of recovery and redemption. (Kiedis has been sober for almost four years.) Though not generally as articulate as Marilyn Manson's similar autobiography, Kiedis's story of childhood drug use, adolescent fame and hard-won maturity will strike a chord with fans of Drew Barrymore's Little Girl Lost.
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"Kiedis' narrative of the funky, feckless Peppers' dues-paying years is vivid and inspiring." -- Newsweek

"Most rocker autobiographies are ponderously lame. Anthony Kiedis's Scar Tissue . . . is not. It's thoughtful, candid, and entertaining." -- GQ

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hachette Books; First Edition (October 6, 2004)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 480 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1401301010
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1401301019
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.75 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 1.25 x 9.5 inches
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Guy and Brandy
5.0 out of 5 stars Rock 'n' Roll Redemption: Dive into Anthony Kiedis' Raw Journey in 'Scar Tissue'
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"Scar Tissue" is an unfiltered glimpse into the life of Anthony Kiedis, the charismatic lead singer and lyricist of the iconic band, Red Hot Chili Peppers. In this New York Times bestseller, Kiedis bares his soul, taking readers on a roller-coaster ride through the tumultuous world of rock 'n' roll.

The book opens with the birth of the band in the gritty, neon-lit landscape of Los Angeles in 1983. Four self-proclaimed "knuckleheads" burst onto the scene with a unique blend of cosmic hardcore mayhem funk, setting the stage for a musical journey like no other. Fast forward over two decades, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers have defied all odds to become one of the world's most successful and enduring bands.

But "Scar Tissue" is not your typical rock star memoir. It's a searingly honest and unapologetic account of Kiedis' life—one marked by both incredible highs and crushing lows. Kiedis doesn't hold back as he shares his love affair with everything, including the darkness, death, and disease that have touched his life. Even his harrowing descent into drug addiction becomes a poignant element of his artistic journey.

What sets this memoir apart is Kiedis' ability to intertwine personal experiences with the evolution of the band. He pays tribute to the powerful and inspiring women who've influenced his life while recounting the electrifying energy of Woodstock and the humbling presence of the Dalai Lama. It's a story of dedication and debauchery, intrigue and integrity, recklessness and redemption.

"Scar Tissue" is more than a rock 'n' roll memoir; it's a testament to the indomitable spirit of an artist who has faced the darkest corners of fame and addiction and emerged with his creativity and integrity intact. Kiedis' writing is raw, visceral, and, at times, heart-wrenching. It's a book that resonates with anyone who has wrestled with their demons, chased their dreams, and found their way back from the brink.

Whether you're a die-hard fan of the Red Hot Chili Peppers or simply someone intrigued by the inner workings of the music industry, "Scar Tissue" offers a gripping, no-holds-barred account of a life lived to the fullest—a life that could only have been lived in the world of rock 'n' roll. Dive in, and prepare to be moved, inspired, and forever changed by Anthony Kiedis' remarkable journey.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for anyone enjoying musical bios
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In my opinion, this was a very good read. Most books about musicians can be a little confusing, because of the use of another author. In “Scar Tissue”, you can tell that Anthony really put his time into it. It has great stories and memories of his times meeting friends, with his dad, forming a band, and traveling the world, with the mission of entertaining people.

In the post by J. P. Stockton, he says that “We’re lucky Kiedis turned out the way he did in the end”, and i agree. Most of the book is about his battle with drug usage, and near death experiences for him, and some of the most important people to him. Thats a big part of the lasting effect the book puts on you, and how we are lucky that Anthony won his battle and can make the music that gives so many people the enjoyment of listening to it.

In the book, it goes from Anthonys movement to quiet, comfortable Michigan with his Mom, to big, loud, influential L.A. and his Dad. Thats a huge huge huge part of the book, and even though its just described with a few sentences, this almost transcontinental move proves to change Anthonys life forever. The question is-for better, or for worse? This new L.A. lifestyle introduces Anthony to drugs, partying, misbehavior, and other acts of recklessness. But from Anthonys point of view, I think he does an excellent job at showing both the negative and positive sides. Thats why the book is so great. It has a first person view of both sides of the story. There is also a great equilibrium between the two, as the flow of the story and the style of writing make it so it happens without you even knowing it. Not only are we lucky Anthony turned out the way he did because of the music he makes, but because of this great story about his life that gets shared with everybody.

Anthonys life is actually amazing. For a person to have that many great moments and memories, then be able to obtain all the information and turn it into a great book is incredible. You have to love Anthony, and as you read, you can feel the emotions he's feeling, like you're in his shoes while reading it. If you're as big of a Red Hot Chili Peppers fan as I am, you will notice that the book provides a lot of clarity into some of the songs written and performed by the group. Its all the little insight from him that makes you feel like if you see him in public, you could just walk up to him and act like you’ve known him and grew up with him and experienced all of the times in Scar Tissue right beside him. Of Course he has no idea who you are, and he is a human being bombarded by paparazzi and fans every second, so maybe just a wave and smile would suffice. But he is such an interesting guy filled with stories to tell for hours and hours. This book does a great job on telling the life story of a crazy, remarkable human being.

A great quote from this book is “Every artist is at war with the world” (Kiedis 71). This quote can definitely be proved true, especially for musicians. In the book, Anthony constantly is taking Flea, Chad, John, and some former members, including Dave, Jack, Hillel, Dwayne, Arik, Jack S., and Jesse along for the ride of a lifetime. They had to go up on stage every single time and play like they've never played before to give their fans the best time ever. But there were also all the people thinking otherwise. The struggle of being a musician during Anthonys time was one like no other, as many, many people say that The Red Hot Chili Peppers are one of the most influential bands of all time, as they introduced this new, punk, hip hop, rock, funk combination for the world to hear. They overcame the shunning words from music producers and record labels and any citizens against their music, and stayed strong for the whole ride. This book has a great impact on anybody who reads it, and i highly recommend it to anybody considering.
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I found this to be a very enjoyable read as I am a big chili peppers fan. Anthony kiedis is a man who has lived a very rollercoaster life and had a brush with death a few times. It’s shame the book was released before the stadium arcadium era and when kiedis became a father himeself, I would have loved his story on those things.
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If you are curious to know a little bit about the mind of Anthony Kiedis and what happens to a talented(& possibly overly confident) person when they are raised by people who pretty much allow them to do whatever they want, I think you may find this book to be pretty amazing
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5.0 out of 5 stars Básico para fans de Anthony
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Llegó muy rápido. Me encantó que el libro tenga imágenes y que sea tan grueso. Aún no termino de leerlo, pero me ha encantado
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Javier FS
5.0 out of 5 stars Libro con cicatrices
Reviewed in Spain on November 30, 2022
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Interesante biografía del cantante de los Red Hot Chili Peppers. Para mi gusto se centra demasiado en las drogas y muy poco en lo musical, que es lo que a mí más me interesa. Aun así, recomendable para cualquier fan de la banda.

Si medio dominas el inglés recomiendo la edición original, porque incluye un montón de fotos que la edición española no incluye, supongo que por abaratar costes. Encima el libro en español vale el doble, cómo se pasan...

Sobre comprarlo de segunda mano pues también lo recomiendo, puesto que he comprado muchos libros nuevos que al final llegan dañados porque no los envían bien protegidos, por tanto no te compensa pagar más por comprarlo nuevo, total, te va a llegar con desperfectos igualmente.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Libro con cicatrices
Reviewed in Spain on November 30, 2022
Interesante biografía del cantante de los Red Hot Chili Peppers. Para mi gusto se centra demasiado en las drogas y muy poco en lo musical, que es lo que a mí más me interesa. Aun así, recomendable para cualquier fan de la banda.

Si medio dominas el inglés recomiendo la edición original, porque incluye un montón de fotos que la edición española no incluye, supongo que por abaratar costes. Encima el libro en español vale el doble, cómo se pasan...

Sobre comprarlo de segunda mano pues también lo recomiendo, puesto que he comprado muchos libros nuevos que al final llegan dañados porque no los envían bien protegidos, por tanto no te compensa pagar más por comprarlo nuevo, total, te va a llegar con desperfectos igualmente.
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