Piss in the Wind; Misadventures of an Indie Troubadour

by Brett Newski

None of the gritty details are left unsaid in these intensely personal and vulnerable journals perfectly capturing the crusty adventures of nomad life, eeking out a living in less-than-glorious fashion as Newski plays DIY concerts across Asia, South Africa and North America. A must-read for fans of Hunter S Thompson, Chuck Klosterman or Henry Rollins. 64mo (mini) red soft cover.

168 pages, Paperback

Published November 15, 2024

Reviews

[Ryan Gonzalez · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a big fan of Newski, I had to pick this book up as soon as I heard about it. And I’m happy to report I wasn’t disappointed. This book chronicles Newski’s disenchantment with the corporate world and his decision to do what any normal human being would do: leave the country and go to Vietnam.

Along the way, Newski buys a used guitar, meets all sorts of characters, and learns that maybe his way out of the rat race is through writing his own songs.

Part memoir, part travel journal, Newski’s book is written in a casual and honest tone that both amuses and inspires. Each entry is short enough to read in a few minutes, making it a perfect companion for your daily life – or maybe even your own travels!

Be forewarned though: once you pick it up, you might not want to put it back down!

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bought the book at one of Brett's shows a while ago and took it on holiday with me now. Such a fun read, well written, and just funny!