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Beyond the hearsay, half-truths, legends, and allegations. Minneapolis music writer, Jim Walsh will release his story of The Replacements in mid-November. "The Replacements: All Over But the Shouting" promises to tell the true tale of the band's rise to indie fame, to major label signing (some say 'sell out') to the implosion and self-destruction that eventually finished the band.

Featuring interviews with family, friends, & fans; former manager Peter Jesperson; Twin/Tone record label cofounder Paul Stark; and musicians around the nation influenced by the band- this book promises to be, if anything else, an entertaining read. Bob, Tommy, Chris and Paul were a force to be reckoned with and their path in the world of rock and roll burned quick and bright. Sloppy rock and roll like no other.

Look for the book in the Fall. Here is some more info on the top Paul Westy fan site: Man Without Ties.

Another book worth mentioning, that I have read about the indie rock scene of this era is Our Band Could Be Your Life: Scenes from the American Indie Underground 1981-1991. This is a great book with a chapter dedicated to each band featured including, Husker Du, Minutemen, Black Flag, Minor Threat, as well as The 'Mats. It was writen by Michael Azerrad and is a great read. This is the book that got me into Big Black and I haven't turned back!

Bonus Beats: Something To Du (video clip)- Recorded Sept. 1981 at the 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis. These young kids know how to rock, especially Bob (R.I.P.).