Trunk - Eddie Trunks Essential Hard Rock and Heavy Metal

EDDIE TRUNK IS ONE OF THE GREATEST TRUE ROCK-AND-ROLL FANS IVE EVER MET. HE HEARS IT, SEES IT FROM ALL ANGLES, WITH AN UNUSUALLY UNBIASED POINT OF VIEW.SLASH

In the much-anticipated sequel to the best-selling Eddie Trunks Essential Hard Rock and Heavy Metal, Eddie picks up where he left off by covering more than thirty-five new bands and sharing his passion for all things hard rock and heavy metal. From Ace Frehley to Marilyn Manson, Volume II reveals all the underground classics and Stump the Trunk trivia that Eddies legions of viewers and listeners have been clamoring for.

Complete with favorite playlists, band discographies, memorabilia, more than two hundred full-color photographs, and an introduction by renowned guitarist Slash, Eddie covers both music that is legendary and music that is forgotten. Combining a brief band history with Eddies unique personal experiences and anecdotes, Volume II is a must-have for all metalheads and any true fan of rock and roll.

CONTENTS

FOREWORD

Slash and Eddie

Even though he is the host of VH1 Classics That Metal Show, Q104.3s Eddie Trunk Rocks, and SiriusXM radios Eddie Trunk Live, its not Eddie Trunks ambition that has made him a household name; its the fact that hes one of those very rare rock-and-roll fans who has taken his all-consuming fixation on heavy metal and somehow made it a full-time career. He has combined his seemingly endless knowledge of his favorite music with the patience and stamina to learn ALL the records, ALL the songs, and ALL the players. Lets face it, he knows EVERYTHING. Eddie sincerely loves the sounds, rhythms, volume, and energy that are hard rock and heavy metalas well as all the little details of how the music comes together and about the personalities that create it. Eddie also has the drive and the perseverance to tirelessly communicate his obsession to the worldhis only motivation being the desire to share the music and the facts with other fans who care as much as he does.

Ive spent a lot of time with Eddie, over many years, discussing our favorite artists. We share a love for Aerosmith and Cheap Trick, and Ive witnessed Eddie go on for hours about UFO! His sincerity and genuine passion for the music always make me glad that he is a spokesman for the broad spectrum of material out there and an unbiased crusader in support of the cause. This has made Eddie an icon and a hero to artists and fans alike. We all love him.

This book is my good friend Eddie Trunks latest installment in his endless journey through all things rock. It is an encyclopedia of loud guitars, histrionic vocals, and pounding rhythm sections that only he could write. Even when you think youve heard it all, Eddie uncovers a piece of trivia or some deep cut that you cant imagine life without. Volume II is a must-have for true hard rock and heavy metal purists everywhere.

Slash, 2013

Slash

INTRODUCTION

It is a huge thrill for me to present my second book, Eddie Trunks Essential Hard Rock and Heavy Metal, Volume II, to my fellow rock fans and metal supporters. I hope you find that this book lives up to the great volume IIs of the music world: Led Zeppelin II, Kiss Alive II, Van Halen II well, you get the idea! I learned so much over the last few years since my first book was released, and I was truly blown away by the amazing response to it from music fans everywhere. I had always wanted to write a book, but I hadnt known what to expect, and the process was new every step of the way. I really enjoyed sharing information about my favorite bands and also telling some stories about my times with them over the years. There will never be enough pages to say everything Id like to about music, but Im very happy to pick up where I left off with Volume II.

Eddie, Brad Whitford, and Zakk Wylde

Eddie and Steven Tyler

Eddie and Rob Zombie

Lita Ford, Eddie, and David Coverdale

Eddie hosting the Monsters of Rock cruise

Doug Aldrich, Zakk Wylde, Sammy Hagar, Eddie, Michael Schenker, and John 5

My first book was launched with a great party at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square in New York City, and some of the artists featured in the book (and even some in this one) turned up along with my family and friends to toast its release. But one of the best parts of publishing the book was getting to do signings and events where I was able to connect with the fans and thank them in person for all the support they have given me. I want to thank all the wonderful people who came out to meet meat bookstores and record stores; on rock cruises; on the grounds of the first U.S. Big Four concert, in Indio, California; and at Rocklahoma, the M3 Rock Festival, and other gigs across the countryas well as the bookstores and venues that hosted events, and the media that reviewed my book and helped it to reach the music lovers who have made it all possible. (It was fun to have the tables turned and be the one getting interviewed for a change!)

Jim Florentine, Eddie, Mike Portnoy, Bobby Blitz Ellsworth, and Don Jamieson

The marquee of the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square on the night of Eddies book launch

Steven Adler

Jimmy Page and Eddie

One of the things people enjoyed so much about my first book was the format. Readers loved all the great photos by my friend Ron Akiyama and the others who contributed, along with the stories, playlists, and trivia. So, Ive stuck with the same format this time. However, I should note that, just like in the first book, my playlists often intentionally leave out the major hit songs from the artists. (Space is always an issue in a book, so I didnt feel the need to tell everyone to check out Welcome to the Jungle by Guns N Roses or Crazy Train by Ozzy Osbourne.) Instead, I tried to include ten tracks per band that are deeper cuts, along with some hits that I love too much to leave out. The discographies are also incomplete. While all studio albums are included, Ive listed only what I consider to be key live recordings and have left out compilations. Also because of space restrictions, not every member of bands that have had many lineup changes is represented here. Additionally, this book gave me the opportunity to explore full chapters on the bands featured in the More Essentials section of volume one, along with some others. Again, space is limited, so I must stress how difficult it was to choose the featured bands, and none of these selections is meant to slight the other great bands that deserve the full treatment. But like in everything I do in TV and radio, I try to present a balance of bands from both hard rock and heavy metal. If I could write about all the bands or songs that fans have stopped me to talk about on the street or in an airport or outside a concert, I would. It has been fun delving into some of the more obscure or underappreciated groups while writing this volume, and if I didnt get to a much-loved band here, I hope to do it in the future.