Foreword by Steve Harvey and afterword by David FosterThe Grammy-winning founder of the legendary pop/R&B/soul/funk/disco group tells his story and charts the rise of his legendary band in this sincere memoir that captures the heart and soul of an artist whose groundbreaking sound continues to influence music today.With its dynamic horns, contrasting vocals, and vivid stage shows, Earth, Wind … shows, Earth, Wind & Fire was one of the most popular acts of the late twentieth century—the band “that changed the sound of black pop” (Rolling Stone)—and its music continues to inspire modern artists including Usher, Jay-Z, Cee-Lo Green, and Outkast. At last, the band’s founder, Maurice White, shares the story of his success.
Now in his seventies, White reflects on the great blessings music has brought to his life and the struggles he’s endured: his mother leaving him behind in Memphis when he was four; learning to play the drums with Booker T. Jones; moving to Chicago at eighteen and later Los Angeles after leaving the Ramsey Lewis Trio; forming EWF, only to have the original group fall apart; working with Barbra Streisand and Neil Diamond; his diagnosis of Parkinson’s; and his final public performance with the group at the 2006 Grammy Awards. Through it all, White credits his faith for his amazing success and guidance in overcoming his many challenges.
Keep Your Head to the Sky is an intimate, moving, and beautiful memoir from a man whose creativity and determination carried him to great success, and whose faith enabled him to savor every moment.
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This is an incredible memoir that starts with Maurice White’s childhood and the many steps of his career. He mentions all his colleagues, lest they be forgotten. He talks about his good habit and his bad habits; what he had to do to improve. The toll on his personal and family life. If you have ambitions of being an entrepreneur, reading this book …
Read this book twice.
I was challenged recently by a blog reader to read and review more nonfiction books. I have read fiction books for most of my reading life. There were numerous reasons why I have gravitated towards novels instead nonfiction. However, I chose not to state those reasons in response and accepted their challenge. I have decided to use February in …
Great read from a beloved musical artist.
I always have been a GREAT fan of Earth, Wind, and Fire! However, I never knew much about its leader, Maurice White because he was so private! This book gave me great insight of how personal life and the adversity he overcame to be the founder of the greatest band of all times! Vickie L. Evans
if you fan of Earth, Wind, and Fire this book is a MUST READ. Gain New insight into the inspiration behind the songs. And then listen to them again and again at new fresh eyes in spirit.