Jeff Wagner Bücher

„Soul On Fire“ bietet einen umfassenden Blick in das öffentliche Leben und die Privatsphäre eines der komplexesten und provokantesten Charaktere der Musikszene. Peter Steeles einzigartige Vision bleibt ohne Beispiel - von seinen unbändigen Anfängen mit Carnivore bis zu den Platin-Sellern Type O Negative, mit denen er den Status eines Halbgottes erlangte. Er hinterließ einen unauslöschlichen Eindruck bei seinenFans und verpasste der Popkultur ein blaues Auge, sei es zu Hochzeiten des New York Hardcore in den 1980ern, als Bass-Vampir mit Verzerrer und Grabesstimme oder auf demTitel des Playgirl 1995.

Revered former Metal Maniacs editor Jeff Wagner analyzes the heady side of metal in this exhaustive narrative history of a relentlessly ambitious musical subculture. Beginning with the hugely influential mid-1970s efforts of Rush and King Crimson, Wagner unfurls a huge tapestry of sounds and styles, including Queensryche, Fates Warning, and Dream Theater; extreme prog pioneers Voivod and Celtic Frost; Norway’s post-black metal avant garde acts Ulver and Arcturus; and the 1990s global movement that spawned Ayreon, Pain of Salvation, and others.Fighting a tide of tradition and conservatism, progressive metal has proven to be one of the most viable, malleable forms in all of modern music; here its preeminent scholar tells the tale.

Exploring the intriguing concept of iconic athletes in unexpected team uniforms, this book delves into the hypothetical scenarios of legendary sports figures like Johnny Unitas and Bobby Orr playing for teams they never actually joined. It creatively imagines how these athletes would have impacted their new franchises, offering a fresh perspective on their careers and the teams' histories. Through engaging narratives, the book highlights the intersection of sports, legacy, and the "what if" moments that shape fan conversations.

Engaging and educational, this puzzle book offers a fun way to explore the books of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. It features a variety of cross-search puzzles designed to enhance your knowledge of scriptures, key figures, and significant events. With included scripture references from the New International Version (NIV) or New Living Translation (NLT), readers can easily find assistance when needed. Additionally, two bonus puzzles provide extra challenges, making it perfect for both learning and testing your biblical knowledge.