{"title":"Peter Shapiro","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Peter Shapiro, a renowned author celebrated for his captivating contributions to the world of \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for his engaging storytelling and insightful perspectives, Shapiro transports readers into the vibrant and dynamic world of music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cstrong\u003eThe Music Never Stops\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compelling exploration of musical history that combines biographical insights with cultural commentary. Shapiro's writing offers an enriching experience for readers, blending thorough research with a palpable passion for the subjects he explores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Shapiro's books are perfect for anyone interested in music, cultural history, or personal narratives. His works not only inform but also inspire, making them a valuable addition to any reader’s collection. Dive into Shapiro's world and discover the stories, rhythms, and influences that have shaped the sounds of our times.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-music-never-stops-by-peter-shapiro-9780306845185","title":"The Music Never Stops","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Shapiro is the best known and most influential concert promoter of his generation. He owned the legendary Wetlands in Tribeca and has gone on to much bigger things, including Brooklyn Bowl (NYC, Las Vegas, Philadelphia, and Nashville), the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, producing \u003ci\u003eU2 3D\u003c\/i\u003e, and promoting the Grateful Dead's fiftieth-anniversary tour (\"Fare Thee Well\") featuring the Core Four and Trey Anastasio . . . and so much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Music Never Stops\u003c\/i\u003e, Shapiro shares the inside story of how he became a powerhouse in the music industry—an island in an increasingly consolidated landscape of venues, ticketing, and touring—through the lens of fifty iconic concerts. Along the way, readers gain insight into what it was like to work with some of the most celebrated bands in modern music, including not just the Grateful Dead and U2, but also Bob Dylan, Phish, Dave Matthews Band, Al Green, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Jason Isbell, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, The Roots, Robert Plant, Leonard Cohen, and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing never-before-published backstage anecdotes, insights, and photographs of the biggest bands in the business and the concerts that later became legendary, \u003ci\u003eThe Music Never Stops\u003c\/i\u003e is a perfect guide for anyone who wants to understand the modern live music industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846556537068,"sku":"9780306845185","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6192223482297.jpg?v=1758912508"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/peter-shapiro.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}