1800 Miles to Nowhere

by Brian Keith Diaz

With nearly two decades of touring under his belt, Brian Keith Diaz allows us unprecedented access to a world of rock excess while giving us the opportunity to be a fly on the wall in situations that are privy to few. These are the adventures that feed gossip blogs, the scandal behind closed doors, and the stories of legend - confessed through the weary eyes of a man not yet ready to give up on a nomadic life. From his early days of sleeping on floors to working for rock gods, Diaz navigates deteriorating relationships, outrageous decadence, and mental breakdowns in five-star hotels. Tarnished and weathered, Diaz charges through country after country, year after year, drunk on whiskey and wanderlust. A no-holds-barred adrenaline-fueled rampage across the globe, Diaz gives us brutally honest insight into a backstage world that isn't always as glamorous as it seems.

Genres: Nonfiction

186 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

I probably shouldn't review this book since it's written by a friend and my husband is featured somewhat prominently. I will say that it's fun and interesting, and Diaz (as is his wont) does not hold back. At all. That might be a warning, actually. The collection of true stories does not provide much context for some of its adventures, but it's recommended for those interested in stories from a guy who's toured with the likes of Fall Out Boy and Guns 'n' Roses.

[Joanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this book! I honestly thought it would be more of a gossip tell-all about bands than an honest autobiography, but it surprised me a lot. I learned through the chapters and related to the feelings of the author most of the time, it made me think. I enjoy the way he kept the privacy of the people who were part of his life and highlighted the truth of how he lived his relationship with them at the same time. I hope he will publish a second one! Great work!

[Mike · Rating 3 out of 5]

More depressing than insightful, but it's interesting and heartfelt nonetheless, so I'd say it's definitely a worthwhile read for anyone curious about what the dude from Edna's Goldfish has been up to. Although, holy bad editing batman.