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BOOKS BY PAUL MILES

Before I Hit The Stage: Backstage Rock'n'Roll Moments in New York City
by Paul Miles & Jason Obrotka

Published by Outskirts Press
Publication date: 30/3/15
Hardcover, 222 pages
ISBN: 978-1478739739

Before I Hit the Stage: Backstage Rock’n’Roll Moments in New York City is a contemporary rock photography book of candid and insightful images from concert dressing rooms and hallways that captures rock'n'roll artists in the intimate moments before their performance. For some, it’s about the calm before the musical storm – for others, it’s all about building adrenaline and getting the party started!

This hardcover coffee table book is the world’s first to photographically document touring rock’n’roll bands backstage in one city during one year. Before I Hit the Stage takes readers behind the scenes as the rock stars get into their stage clothes, put their makeup on, warm-up their fingers and vocal chords, get loose and enjoy moments with their VIP guests before they rock one of the world’s greatest cities.

Before I Hit the Stage is a unique and compelling collection of pre-show rituals and backstage antics in New York City. It chronologically presents hundreds of images of sixty rock bands and solo artists.

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Sex Tips from Rock Stars: In Their Own Words
by Paul Miles

Published by Omnibus Press
Publication date: 5/7/10
Paperback, 272 pages
ISBN: 978-1849384049

Published by Schwarzkopf & Schwarzkopf (German edition)
Publication date: 1/9/11
Hardcover, 360 pages
ISBN: 978-3-86265-055-2

Published by Grupo Editorial Record (Portuguese edition)
Publication date: 19/10/12
Paperback, 272 pages
ISBN: 978-8576845447

For decades they have held the power to attract the world's hottest supermodels. They have their choice of groupies awaiting them at every tour stop. They've had sex in all its most bizarre forms in all the most inappropriate places, all around the world – and now they let you in on the action!

Sex Tips from Rock Stars is the world’s first confessional book of rock stars sexual adventures featuring many of the world's most celebrated rockers revealing their dos and don'ts on a long list of erotic subjects. Here are uncensored, bite-sized tips and hilarious pointers on every aspect of sex. Some ideas are practical and surprising, others are as wild and crazy as fans might expect.

Titillating, weirdly informative, and thoroughly entertaining, Sex Tips from Rock Stars equips you with more wall-shaking, earth-quaking turn-on moves than you'll ever need! Politically incorrect and absolutely riveting, this is the wildest sex manual ever!
 

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Mötley Crüe Down Under: On Tour with The Carnival of Sins
by Paul Miles

Published by Chronological Crue
Publication date: 11/04/06
Paperback, 200 pages
ISBN: 097581124X

This book is a detailed, first-hand account of Mötley Crüe's Red, White & Crüe tour. After summing up the Crüe's history from the fans' perspective in their first-ever live album six years earlier, Paul Miles finally got his chance to see the band live for the very first time. Travel across Australia with the author, sharing all his experiences with Mötley and their crew, the cities he visits, and the people he meets along the way.

It's YOUR 'All Access' pass, taking you in and out of the strip club, the restaurant, the beach, aeroplanes, bars, arenas, hotel rooms, limos, shops, backstage corridors, nightclubs, dressing rooms - even the graveyard! Enjoy the humourous Mick Mars, the loud-as-hell Tommy Lee, the respectful Nikki Sixx, the classic Vince Neil, as well as cameos from Motörhead's Lemmy Kilmister. Includes:

• 6 shows in 8 days across Australia with Motörhead in December 2005

• Copies of press releases and the full press conference transcript

• A unique insight into life on the road with Mötley Crüe

• Photos by Nikki Sixx and other members of the crew

• 100-plus tour pictures inc. Mötley keepsakes

• A short intro by Mighty Mike

A wonderful documentation of the massive Carnival of Sins tour.

Now out of print

What Mötley Crüe Mean to Me: Crüeheads Share Their Stories
Edited by Paul Miles

Published by Chronological Crue
Publication date: 11/04/06
Paperback, 118 pages
ISBN: 0975811231

Like Mötley Crüe's band members themselves, their fans have also experienced their fair share of divorce, death, addiction, love, abuse, and incarceration. This book is a high-quality "by-the-fans, for-the-fans" collection, showing the impact and inspiration of Mötley Crüe on their fans' lives.

They tell stories of how they've looked up to the Crüe as family figures, guiding and shaping their worlds, while fellow fans have become the cousins, bonded by the Mötley way of life in their veins. The Crüe is always there for them as a positive energy to celebrate with, to wallow with, to vent with, and to be inspired by. For it's the Crüe and their music that the fans religiously turn to for help to pull them through the ugliest and toughest of times.

You will laugh at the things they have done; you'll nod your head in agreement with their feelings. Because as they say - Crüe fans are best, f@ck the rest!

• 69 Crüeheads open up their hearts for the whole world to read

• Fan contributors aged 11-41

• Stories from across the continents of North America, Europe, South America and Australia

• Foreword by Shaun Pollitt of Motley.com

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Chronological Crue Vol. 1 - The Eighties: The Complete History of Mötley Crüe in the 1980s
by Paul Miles

Published by Chronological Crue
Publication date: 24/04/06
Paperback, 162 pages
ISBN: 0975811207
 

Chronological Crue Vol. 2 - The Nineties: The Complete History of Mötley Crüe in the 1990s
by Paul Miles

Published by Chronological Crue
Publication date: 24/04/06
Paperback, 215 pages
ISBN: 0975811215
 

Chronological Crue Vol. 3 - The Naughties: The Ongoing History of Mötley Crüe in the 2000s
by Paul Miles

Published by Chronological Crue
Publication date: 24/04/06
Paperback, 268 pages
ISBN: 0975811223

"Nobody on the planet has dedicated their life to documenting the entire history of Mötley Crüe more accurately, thoroughly, and continuously than Paul Miles. Rather than recount the story of the most reckless musical act the world has ever seen in the past tense, this book will guide you through every step of the way as it all unfolded. Pulling no punches and telling no lies, Paul Miles will reveal facts that have been covered up, forgotten, or falsified by every previous account. Get ready to find out the real truth behind the highest highs and lowest lows in the Crüe's perilous kingdom of sex, drugs, and rock n' roll..."
Steve-O, of MTV's Jackass and Wildboyz infamy

"Paul knows more about us than we know."
Tommy Lee

"I've read it before and gone, we did THAT?"
Nikki Sixx

"Chronological Crue is without a doubt the definitive Mötley Crüe reference work. I used it extensively in writing the script of The Dirt and I highly recommend it to not only fans of the band, but anyone with an interest in the history of rock n' roll. For contained on these sweaty pages is a treasure trove of sleazy tidbits on not just the band but the slew of other musicians, critics, groupies, scum sucking corporate-types, famous wives and infamous playthings who came across their path. If Mötley played with them, partied with them or shagged them silly, it's here for all to see. It is a compulsive completist's dream, filled with the sort of arcane minutia that can settle arguments, win bets, or simply allow you to sleep after pondering for hours the exact date of Nikki Sixx's first overdose in the back alleys of Hammersmith. Now hurry up and buy it so Paul Miles can finally feel as if his life has meaning."
Rich Wilkes, screenwriter of Mötley's movie The Dirt

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WRITINGS IN OTHER BOOKS

An Education In Rebellion: The Biography of Nikki Sixx
by Jake Brown

Published by Black Market Publishing
Publication date: 15/12/02
Paperback, 185 Pages
ISBN: 0972614206

"The dictionary defines Hero as “a person noted for feats of courage or nobility of purpose, especially one who has risked or sacrificed his or her life.” Young Nikki grit his teeth to overcome an adverse childhood and rose to accomplish his rock dreams and aspirations. Against the odds and against the grain, Nikki Sixx’s story is the perfect illustration of how determination and sheer guts can overcome any adversity. He sacrificed his own life along the way, but thankfully lives to tell its tale. He continues to inspire and motivate so many people, from so many walks of life, around the globe. Nikki Sixx is a true hero." Paul Miles.

The first and only biography exclusively dedicated to the life and times of hard rock's mad scientist, Mötley Crüe mastermind Nikki Sixx, this title is a must-have for any die hard Crüe fan or collector. Includes a testimony piece by Paul Miles.

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Kiss & Tell More
by Gordon G. G. Gerbert

Published by Pitbull Publishing
Publication date: 10/98
Paperback, 304 Pages
ISBN: 0965879410

The sequel to the controversial hit book KISS & Tell by Gordon G. G. Gebert and Bob McAdams. This sequel contains more outrageous stories about Ace Frehley and KISS, including a contribution by Paul Miles re-telling the amusing story of how an intoxicated Ace Frehley told him to "Fuck Off!"

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ALBUM NOTES

Live: Entertainment or Death
by Mötley Crüe

Released by Mötley Records / Beyond, Hip-O Records / Universal
Release date: 10/98
Double-CD, 21 tracks
Certification: Platinum
Catalog: 63985-78034-2

For over 18 years, Mötley Crüe have continued to entertain audiences with their jaw-dropping, live rock'n'roll shows. Their teenage beginnings saw gigs with chainsaws eating through mannequins, and a raw energy and sound that ignited the public. The Crüe turned crowds into fans and were soon tearing up stages in every corner of the globe, doing what they do best - excess! Over the top amounts of pyro, lights, sweat and volume provide the inspiration for destruction and mayhem, both on stage and in the audience. Mötley have always set new benchmarks in live performance with every dangerous and spectacular tour production. From disturbing video footage on big screens to more naked flesh than your local strip club, Mötley Crüe have survived the test of time by proving rock'n'roll is - "Entertainment or Death."
Paul Miles, fan, Sept '99.

Long overdue and eagerly awaited by Crüeheads and metal fans alike, ENTERTAINMENT OR DEATH was the first-ever live Mötley Crüe release. And instead of just pulling a couple shows from the group's reunion tour, this double-album covers Mötley Crüe's entire career; it is an audio souvenir of one of the most exciting live bands ever: Mötley Crüe - Vince Neil (vocals), Mick Mars (guitar), Nikki Sixx (bass), Tommy Lee (drums).

This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Recorded between 1982 & 1999, the release contains liner notes penned by Paul Miles.

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Too Fast For Love: A Millennium Tribute to Mötley Crüe
by Various Artists

Released by Versailles Records
Release date: 19/06/07
Double-CD, 25 tracks
Catalog: -

In 1981, four rebels obsessed with music came together in Hollywood to create Mötley Crüe. The youth dug their outrageous image and theatrical performances, as parents and the establishment were appalled. The Crüe’s bona fide “sex, drugs and rock’n’roll” way-of-life that shot them over the top has certainly been well documented in recent times. But the trail of destruction left in the wake of their accomplishments is certainly not their only legacy: too often overshadowed by drama, their impressive catalogue of songs now spanning three decades continues to inspire and influence musicians worldwide. And as the runaway success of the band’s second wind continues to blow people away, the legacy of Mötley Crüe’s music – from rock anthems through power ballads – will forever warm hearts and keep fists in the air.
Paul Miles, Nov '06.

This 2-CD tribute from Versailles Records in New York includes liner notes by Paul Miles and legendary producer Bob Rock, plus music contributions from former Mötley Crüe singer John Corabi on Home Sweet Home, Vince Neil's son's group Rock N' Roll Junkies, Grammy-winning keyboardist Randy Cantor, current and former members of Lillian Axe, L.A. Guns, Quiet Riot, Brides of Destruction, Warrant, Ratt, Love/Hate, Cinderella, Dio, Union, Poison, Vince Neil Band, W.A.S.P., The Scream, Dad's Porno Mag, and Pretty Boy Floyd; as well as up-and-coming rock acts/musicians Pretty in Stereo, American Heartbreak, Crash Kelly, Richard Kendrick, One Bad Son, Robot Lords of Tokyo, Jessie Seely, Chris Catena, Chris Heaven, Reckless Fortune, Corey Craven, Fuel From Hell, 12 Years Coming, and Straight Jacket Smile.

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Music To Crash Your Car To, Vol. 3
by Mötley Crüe

Published by Mötley Records / Universal
Release date: not scheduled
Four-CD Box Set
Catalog: TBA

I was hired to write a historical article on the band plus a comprehensive discography for inclusion as album notes in the third and final volume of Motley Crue's box set. With the success of the band's 2005/6 reunion comeback, finalisation and release of this product had been put on hold for the time being. Stay tuned for details on its release.

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