Who is this book for?
- Die-hard fans of blink-182 who want to relive the band's history through Mark's perspective.
- People who grew up in the 80s and 90s and are nostalgic for the punk rock and MTV era.
- Music enthusiasts interested in the behind-the-scenes stories of a successful pop-punk band.
- Readers who enjoy celebrity memoirs, especially those dealing with personal struggles and growth.
- Fans of Mark Hoppus who want to learn more about his personal life and experiences.
Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?
- Readers looking for a deeply analytical or critical examination of blink-182's music and impact.
- Those who prefer more polished or literary writing styles in memoirs.
- People who are not fans of pop-punk music or are unfamiliar with blink-182.
- Readers seeking new, groundbreaking information about the band or its members.
- Those who are sensitive to dated language or attitudes prevalent in the 90s and 2000s music scene.
Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book
- Provides nostalgic stories from the inception and early days of blink-182
- Offers behind-the-scenes insights into the band's dynamics and conflicts
- Shares personal experiences of Mark's battle with cancer
- Includes humorous anecdotes and jokes throughout the memoir
- Gives a vivid picture of coming of age in the 1980s punk rock scene
- Discusses the creative process behind some of blink-182's albums
- Offers candid reflections on Mark's struggles with anxiety and mental health
- Provides entertaining stories about touring and interactions with other bands
- Gives insight into the pop-punk music scene of the late 90s and early 2000s
- Shares Mark's personal growth and self-awareness throughout his career
Things people didn't like as much about this book
- Many stories and information are already known to hardcore fans
- Some readers found the writing quality to be poor or mediocre
- The book glosses over or rushes through certain important events
- Lacks depth in discussing the musical creation process
- Some readers felt Mark came across as insecure or whiny at times
- The audiobook narration by Mark was described as stiff by some listeners
- Contains instances of dated attitudes and language that some readers found offensive
- Doesn't provide much new information for long-time fans of the band
- Some readers felt it was too surface-level and lacked in-depth analysis
- The latter part of the book feels rushed compared to the early years coverage
