What Does This Button Do?

Hardback Published on: 19/10/2017
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Synopsis

Pioneers of Britain's nascent Rock & Metal scene back in the late 1970s, Iron Maiden smashed its way to the top, thanks in no small part to the high-octane performances, operatic singing style, and stage presence of its second, but twice-longest-serving, lead singer, Bruce Dickinson.

As Iron Maiden's front man - first from 1981 to 1993, and then from 1999 to the present - Dickinson has been, and remains, a man of legend. But OTT front man is just one of the many hats Bruce wears.

In addition to being one of the world's most storied and well-respected singers and songwriters, he is an airline captain, aviation entrepreneur, motivational speaker, beer brewer, novelist, radio presenter, and film scriptwriter. He has also competed as a world-class level fencer.

Often credited as a genuine polymath Bruce, in his own words (and handwritten script in the first instance!), sets forth many personal observations guaranteed to inspire curious souls and hard-core fans alike. Dickinson turns his unbridled creativity, passion, and anarchic humour to reveal some fascinating stories from his life, including his thirty years with Maiden, his solo career, his childhood within the eccentric British school system, his early bands, fatherhood and family, and his recent battle with cancer.

Bold, honest, intelligent and very funny, What Does this Button Do? is an up-close look inside the life, heart, and mind of one of the most unique and interesting men in the world; a true icon of rock.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
  • ISBN: 9780008172435
  • Number of pages: 384
  • Dimensions: 240 x 159 x 35 mm
  • Weight: 670g
  • Languages: English

Customer Reviews

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What Does This Button Do?
You don't really want to know my review of this book.
But maybe should be purchased by fans of both IRON MAIDEN and BD.
Miss C J Collins
What Does This Button Do?
A great read ,from a legend of metal.
Funnyand very interesting ,about the life of one of rocks best...not just sex,drugs,and rock n roll....but a rock star with a Brain..... Fencer,pilot, auth... READ MORE
Anthony Hart
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Legend
Was a great day waiting in line to get bruce dickinson's autobiography the staff were helpful and friendly and his book is a great read
Patrick Mccartney
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What Does This Button Do
Interesting and sometimes humorous book. I enjoyed the childhood memories of Nottinghamshire & the story of Bruce Dickinson's journey through his musical l... READ MORE
Sharon
What Does This Button Do?
Awesome!
Fantastic book! Loved it all, he is such a great person
Alice Geary
What Does This Button Do?
Dickinson spills the beans on a life diverse.
Full of musical anecdotes, this chronicle sheds light on the key events of Dickinson's life, the evolution of his musical style and ability and his divers... READ MORE
Nick A
What Does This Button Do?
Enjoyable romp, through a varied life
If you are already a big Maiden or Bruce fan most of the outline of Bruce's story is well known; the 'greatest hits' so to speak, the best stories you alre... READ MORE
Stephen Crummey
What Does This Button Do?
Brilliant read
Bruce Dickinson is the iconic front-man to heavy metal band Iron Maiden. His journey through life thus far has been filled with adventure and challenges. N... READ MORE
Whispering Stories
What Does This Button Do?
He writes as he lives
He just doesn't stop. His sentences have the tempo of the Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner, they clank as much as Hallowed Be Thy Name, and are as fast-paced a... READ MORE
Charles Fiddes Payne