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Hank Bordowitz- Testimonials > |
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Excerpts from reviews of Turning Points of Rock and Roll This
smoothly written book mixes music, social change, business and
technology as it proceeds chronologically, reviewing such happenings as
Elvis Presley’s and Chuck Berry’s early recordings; Dick Clark’s
American Bandstand; Beatlemania; the Monterey Pop, Woodstock and
Altamont music festivals; the Live Aid concert; and the growth of MP3s
and Napster. 8 of 10 Excerpts from reviews of Every Little Thing Gonna Be Alright: The Bob Marley Reader: BEFORE THE inevitable not another Bob Marley book!
leaves their mouths, fans of the reggae king should take a browse
through Every Little Thing Gonna Be Alright , a new tome by American
writer Hank Bordowitz. It was released July 1 in the United States by Da
Capo Press. Was Bob Marley the most influential artist of the
20th Century? Bordowitz’s book begins with this highly
debatable claim, yet the entertaining collection of essays that follow
establish a convincing argument. **** The book abounds with engaging writing…the book’s
thoroughly open approach presents an intellectually populish map to one
of the 20th century’s most enduring figures. Generally well written and offering many viewpoints, this
collection is a great read for casual readers and longtime fans.
Every Little Thing Gonna Be Alright: The Bob Marley
Reader (Da Capo) edited by Hank Bordowitz compiles an array of
essays, reviews, features and analytical pieces about Marley in a manner
that's often illuminating, occasionally exasperating, but never dull or
boring. Every Little Thing Gonna Be Alright
synthesizes all these aspects into a cohesive reading experience, and
deals with him as a political, spiritual, musical, and above all, human
force; Excerpts from reviews of The Bruce Springsteen Scrapbook The author has captured Bruce Springsteen and has made him
part of our Rock'n'Roll life, even if we thought we knew Bruce before. U2 fans,
along with people interested in the band’s cultural impact, will want to read this
book. A collective will to succeed does bleed through the 300 pages of The U2 Reader.
Something had to take the band from winning a trophy in Limerick to performing at the
Super Bowl. Still, sheer ambition only explains a portion of the band's Story So Far.
Anyone attempting to compile a good retrospective needs to give fair, representative time
to all the key themes of the past twenty-five years. No, more than that -- he needs to
give all themes equal time and to present them in some coherent fashion and
to be entertaining, not just erudite and not to run on too long. The U2 Reader was also featured on VH-1, in Goldmine, The Bergen Record, Relix, as well as on numerous radio stations across America. Excerpts from reviews of Bad Moon Rising: Bordowitz provides evenhanded treatment of highly charged issues....
persuasively demonstrating that CCR has earned their reputation as one
of the most important bands in rock history. Bordowitz brings CCR’s complex story to life...[he] never takes sides or
passes judgment yet brilliantly illuminates the tragedy of CCR’s lost
potential.” If Hank Bordowitz’s Bad Moon Rising isn't ‘the saddest story in rock
‘n’ roll,’ ... it certain comes within kissing distance. This man IS the ultimate music writer/journalist. He knows
everything there is to know, and puts a pen to paper like poetry. If you want to know what
is worth listening to, talk to Hank.
Having worked with hundreds of freelance critics since launching a
review web site in 1994, I can state with assurance that Hank Bordowitz easily ranks among
the finest. Hank has all of the qualities that I hope to find in a freelancer. His writing
is entertaining, clear, credible, and free of errors. Hank both a fine writer and a
dependable employee. He always returns assignments in a timely fashion, and he always
keeps me apprised of his status. Working with Hank is a sincere pleasure. My "go-to-guy" for the
offbeat and eclectic subjects in the world of music. He's also very quick!!! Hank Bordowitz - He is an
entertainment guru, for sure. I sent him my demo CD, with a flyer for my upcoming
performances. One of the songs is "Everybody Eats When They Come to My
House," and he made the connection that it would be perfect for a radio program on
710am, "Food Talk," with Arthur Schwartz. So, he led the way, and the next
day I was featured on the program! The clip is now on my web site... Of all the articles written
about the history of "Peanuts" on television and about the history of Vince
Guaraldi, the article by Hank Bordowitz was the best over a 40 year period. Hank Bordowitz is a fine writer and
one of the best damn pop culture journalists on the planet. I just wish we could
afford him." I don't care if the preamble to this Web site says that Hank's career "has As a professional, I've hired Hank
Bordowitz to create a World Music library for an internationally distributed satellite
radio system and he developed a World Class product from scratch. As a fan of outstanding
music journalism, I've read Hank's various chronicles of music history and find him to be
thorough and entertaining. In every way, Hank is a learned and passionate man of words and
music with no parameters to his abilities. I had the pleasure of
collaborating with Hank Bordowitz on the construction of a web site about opera. I found
him scrupulous in his attention to detail, and always eager to create an enjoyable
atmosphere at work. One of the most fun panels, as well as being informative, was focussed on artist
management. Sean Agnew, Hank Bordowitz, Jerry Lembo, Missy Collazo and others had a Marx
Brothers delivery and a savvy real-world spin on how to get your message through to
industry people. Hank Bordowitz is a veteran
journalist and author with that rarest of celebrity-media credentials, a bullshit
detector. Whether he's writing about Creedence Clearwater Revival, the latest boy band or
a professional wrestler, Bordowitz will paint the picture and give you a solid opinion on
the subject without pulling his punches. Freelancing for Hank was always a pleasure: He's fair, thorough, professional, and an
all-around nice guy who encourages and edits writers without removing their
"voice." Now, would someone please give this guy his own magazine? I need the
work! Hank Bordowitz is an
intelligent journalist whose curiosity knows no bounds. He has an ability to explore many
facets of our lives, from ethics and morality to dietary preferences, and then synthesize
them into one coherent body of work that stands on its own to represent the individual or
subject about whom or which he is writing.. He is trustworthy and in my estimation, has
impeccable integrity, a quality valued in journalism. Hank always knows which writer to
choose for the job, and how to shape the work of a number of different writers into a
coherent voice for a publication! Hank is a man we go to not only
for editing and writing about music, but lots more. His copyrighting for our Good Music
Record catalog and Yestermusic.com web site is always on the money. As former editor of
Sheet Music, and currently as one of our primary contributing editors, Hank was and is a
most reliable and knowledgeable source. What's even more fun about working with Hank is
his downright enthusiasm for every assignment he tackles. Hank Bordowitz is a terrific
writer. He has a special knack for turning out lively, colorful copy that informs,
entertains and persuades. When a freelance job comes up, he is at the top of my list. It's always a pleasure working with Hank.
His work is consistently excellent and you always deliver exactly what is needed. Thank
you on behalf of PRP and all of our clients. One of the most knowledgeable
music aficionados that I've had the privilege of working with. When you first meet Hank
you are waiting to see if he's really a music industry historian and visionary or if he's
going to garner a pair of WWF tights and put you in a headlock! Only because I respect him
so much and understand his sense of humor can I jest like that. Without Hank's
never-ending pool of musicology, MCY.com's web site would have been dry as the Sahara.
Unfortunately, a crooked CEO, General Counsel and "brother-in-law" who all give
Enron Execs a run for the money put an end to the public's ability to view some of Hank's
best MCY writings. Rock on Hank! I've known Hank Bordowitz for
almost twenty years. He's got a good soul with a passion for music and writing. Hank Bordowitz has been my editor
several times over the years, and I always come away from the experience as a better
journalist. He's caring, consistent, and passionate in that role, in addition to
being a fine scribe himself and a bottomless well of music knowledge and experience. Hank has a unique ability to get a
concept across to the marketplace. Insightful and responsive,we rely on him for our
internet marketing campaigns. |
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