E.A.R.L.: THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF DMX BY DMX, SMOKEY D. FONTAINE

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From Booklist In this as-told-to, rappin' gangsta DMX tells his ultragritty, ultrawack, ultrathug life story. Simmons took the name DMX from a drum machine, ostensibly because he was "nice with the beats" and "liked the three letters and thought it would be cool to make them stand for different things." (Like what?) He is more specific about the pits in his path, such as estrangement from his mother and being near-fatally beaten when accused of a hold-up (he says he was innocent but probably deserved the walloping for other transgressions). He read "Mad from cover to cover" and once liked Led Zeppelin, despite hearing "Stairway to Heaven" nightly. So similar to previous rap bios that it won't help you make sense of the music, this is still a musthave item because of Simmons' high-profile music-video presence. So close your eyes to the mayhem and concentrate on the beautiful sentiments: "I sold my soul to the devil, and the price was cheap. / Hey, yo, it's cold on this level 'cause it's twice as deep." Mike Tribby Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved

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E.A.R.L.: THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF DMX BY DMX, SMOKEY D. FONTAINE PDF The dark journey of a boy who became a man, the man who became an artist, and the artist who became an icon. A talent for rhyme saved his life, but the demons and sins of his past continue to haunt him. This is the story of Earl Simmons. Sales Rank: #159904 in Books Published on: 2003-10-21 Released on: 2003-10-21 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 9.00" h x.91" w x 6.00" l, 1.12 pounds Binding: Paperback 352 pages From Publishers Weekly With lyrics that balance an extremely bleak view of urban ghetto "thug life" with a deep spiritual yearning for communion with God, DMX (Earl Simmons) has produced four consecutive No. 1 releases over the past six years, making him one of the undisputed superstars in the hypercompetitive world of hip-hop. On the eve of his fifth release, DMX (with Fontaine, the former music editor of the leading hip-hop magazine, The Source) has chosen to tell his own version of his already well-publicized life story. Born to a single mother in the projects of Yonkers, N.Y., DMX led a life of "running, robbing, rapping" for his first 25 years, serving numerous jail terms until being discovered by the legendary rap record company Def Jam. But this is no quickie celebrity biography: the obvious model is Claude Brown's Manchild in the Promised Land, the classic tale of the rise and fall and redemption of a tough inner-city youth. Like Brown, DMX is unsparing in describing the details of his hard life, including the brutal beatings he experienced at the hands of his mother and her boyfriends and the ease with which he adapted to his incarcerations ("I was used to sleeping on hard surfaces, used to eating rotten food"). As successful as his best recordings ("It's Dark & Hell Is Hot") in describing the tension between the author's street and spiritual sides, this is a painfully honest account of how one individual overcame "a lifetime of suffering" by discovering and believing in his lyric talent. From Library Journal Simmons's rise from impoverished child in Yonkers, NY, to successful hip-hop artist DMX known the world over is indeed an inspiring tale. But here the performer, aided by Fontaine (former music editor of The Source magazine), puts a bit too much emphasis on his violent formative years. Readers must wade through endless accounts of fights, beatings, and compromising positions involving the subject before reaching DMX's later critical and commercial success. Curiously, his artistic accomplishments are given only cursory treatment when they deserve much more; only serious fans will be interested in all the minutiae of his life revealed here. Although this is the first book devoted to DMX, libraries would do better to wait for a more

balanced treatment. Not recommended. [DMX will release a new album in December, which may generate some demand for this book; because it will attract many YAs, librarians should take into account its graphic content.-ed.]-caroline Dadas, Hickory Hills, I. --Caroline Dadas, Hickory Hills, IL From Booklist In this as-told-to, rappin' gangsta DMX tells his ultragritty, ultrawack, ultrathug life story. Simmons took the name DMX from a drum machine, ostensibly because he was "nice with the beats" and "liked the three letters and thought it would be cool to make them stand for different things." (Like what?) He is more specific about the pits in his path, such as estrangement from his mother and being near-fatally beaten when accused of a hold-up (he says he was innocent but probably deserved the walloping for other transgressions). He read "Mad from cover to cover" and once liked Led Zeppelin, despite hearing "Stairway to Heaven" nightly. So similar to previous rap bios that it won't help you make sense of the music, this is still a musthave item because of Simmons' high-profile music-video presence. So close your eyes to the mayhem and concentrate on the beautiful sentiments: "I sold my soul to the devil, and the price was cheap. / Hey, yo, it's cold on this level 'cause it's twice as deep." Mike Tribby Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved Most helpful customer reviews 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Vivacious! By F I love DMXs music and he as a person seems to be so vivacious! This book was captivating, alluring and held my interest from start to finish! I even learned a bit about Hip Hop and music. Not a dull moment in this read! Many prayers to he and his family. He seems like such an lively person, despite his troubles.. 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. very vivid and detailed By Shane Dmx provides detailed memories about his childhood,school life,early troubles with the law,his revolving door life in and out of different group homes,his troubles with his mom,strained relationship with his father who left home at a very early age,he explains in detail what he remembers thinking and going through certain times in his life,his book is very impressive with his memory,he explains meeting his ex wife...opening acts for big names in the early 90's all his battles in Yonkers and in other clubs through out NYC.. he explains the birth of his first son,his struggles with his first manager and failed attempts to successfully achieve a record deal. He also vividly tells stories about his love for stray dogs,and his reputation earned by selling his mixtapes in Yonkers to finally getting a deal with Ruff Ryders Def Jam in 97... 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. DMX 4 LIFE, Worth Buying!!! By Ary Centeio Whether your a fanatic of DMX or not you would enjoy reading this Book despite of his Dark Life! As a Huge fan of DMX I had to buy this book and I am very pleased with it! I already knew his struggles in general based on his Music & behind the music documentary; but this book gives you enough details about

his life and he's very entertaining when it comes to his stories! He's Truly an Icon, a true Hero, a Survival Child!!! Trust & Believe you will love this Book! See all 78 customer reviews...

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specific about the pits in his path, such as estrangement from his mother and being near-fatally beaten when accused of a hold-up (he says he was innocent but probably deserved the walloping for other transgressions). He read "Mad from cover to cover" and once liked Led Zeppelin, despite hearing "Stairway to Heaven" nightly. So similar to previous rap bios that it won't help you make sense of the music, this is still a musthave item because of Simmons' high-profile music-video presence. So close your eyes to the mayhem and concentrate on the beautiful sentiments: "I sold my soul to the devil, and the price was cheap. / Hey, yo, it's cold on this level 'cause it's twice as deep." Mike Tribby Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved Find the trick to boost the quality of life by reading this E.A.R.L.: The Autobiography Of DMX By DMX, Smokey D. Fontaine This is a kind of book that you require now. Besides, it can be your favorite book to review after having this publication E.A.R.L.: The Autobiography Of DMX By DMX, Smokey D. Fontaine Do you ask why? Well, E.A.R.L.: The Autobiography Of DMX By DMX, Smokey D. Fontaine is a publication that has various particular with others. You might not need to understand who the writer is, exactly how famous the work is. As smart word, never ever judge the words from who speaks, however make the words as your good value to your life.