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The Ghosts of Gettysburg
Right after doing an interview with the fascinating author, Sandra Champlain, who wrote the bestseller, “We Do Not Die,” I confirmed this theory by visiting Gettysburg soon after speaking with her. When you have time, please do check out her radio show, We Do Not … Continue ReadingThe Ghosts of Gettysburg
Interview with James Quinton author of Bad Boy Boogie-The Adventures of Bon Scott
James: When I was working on Bad Boy Boogie, I read your book The Story of AC/DC-Let There Be Rock, how many books have you written now? Susan: I have written six books so far- Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy-My Life and Time with AC/DC, Van … Continue ReadingInterview with James Quinton author of Bad Boy Boogie-The Adventures of Bon Scott
AC/DC Levels Wrigley Field in Chicago on September 15, 2015
Exactly one week ago tonight, I was standing at the barricade that runs across the front of the stage while AC/DC were causing noise complaints in the Windy City! And according to the Cubs manager, also screwing up the in field. Starting their … Continue ReadingAC/DC Levels Wrigley Field in Chicago on September 15, 2015
BookExpo & Signing in NYC May 2015
Once again I was honored to do a book signing at the BookExpo in NYC in May of 2015. This was my fifth official signing at the BookExpo America, and this occasion was for my latest release, AC/DC FAQ All That’s Left To Know About … Continue ReadingBookExpo & Signing in NYC May 2015
Happy Birthday, Angus Young!
Angus Young turns 60 today, and — not coincidentally — today is the official pub date of the latest addition to the Backbeat Books FAQ series: AC/DC FAQ by Susan Masino. Here’s a tribute to Angus from Susan, who first met AC/DC … Continue ReadingHappy Birthday, Angus Young!
AC/DC FAQ-All That’s Left To Know About the World’s True Rock ‘n’ Roll Band
AC/DC FAQ AVAILABLE NOW FOR SALE ON AMAZON! AC/DC FAQ spans AC/DCs 40-year career, starting from the bands inception in 1973. This book covers everything from their early days in Australia to their first tour of England and the United States. It also includes personal experiences, … Continue ReadingAC/DC FAQ-All That’s Left To Know About the World’s True Rock ‘n’ Roll Band
Famous Wisconsin Musicians
From Liberace and Hildegarde to Al Jarreau and Clyde Stubblefield to Butch Vig and the Violent Femmes, Wisconsin has produced an impressive array of Famous Wisconsin Musicians. Author Susan Masino has interviewed many of them and researched Internet sites and other books to profile 32 … Continue ReadingFamous Wisconsin Musicians
Rock ‘N’ Roll Fantasy
“Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy” is a center stage front row seat to the late seventies rock explosion seen through the eyes of rock journalist/radio host, Susan Masino. As associate editor of the Wisconsin music newspaper, The Emerald City Chronicle, Susan interviewed,worked and partied with dozens of … Continue ReadingRock ‘N’ Roll Fantasy
The Story Of AC/DC: Let There Be Rock
Let There Be Rock is the story of AC/DC written by rock journalist Susan Masino, who met the band during their first American tour in 1977. Over the years, she remained in contact with them, watching AC/DC climb to international stardom. Since 1977, Susan has … Continue ReadingThe Story Of AC/DC: Let There Be Rock
Family Tradition – Three Generations of Hank Williams
Covering three generations of Hank Williams, Family Tradition is both unique and vast in scope. Beginning in the present day with Hank III who gave the author unprecedented access and time-traveling across the years, this examines just what kind of rebel mojo inspired this crazed … Continue ReadingFamily Tradition – Three Generations of Hank Williams