“The truth is very few people know me as well as they know my music, and even fewer know just how much of a crazy, arduous and rewarding adventure my life has been.” – Michael Bolton in The Soul of it All, available in hardcover, ebook and audio book formats on Nov 13th! - TeamMB

 

 

LEGENDARY GRAMMY AWARD®-WINNER MICHAEL BOLTON OFFERS AN EXCLUSIVE BACKSTAGE PASS INTO HIS LIFE, LOVES AND LESSONS ON A JOURNEY THROUGH THE MUSIC BUSINESS WITH NEW MEMOIR

 

THE SOUL OF IT ALL AVAILABLE IN HARDCOVER, EBOOK AND AUDIO BOOK FORMATS ON NOVEMBER 13

 

“The truth is very few people know me as well as they know my music, and even fewer know just how much of a crazy, arduous and rewarding adventure my life has been.” – Michael Bolton in The Soul of it All

 

NASHVILLE, Tenn., August 28, 2012 – Best known throughout the world for his unmistakable, soulful voice and Grammy Award®-winning, chart-topping music, the story behind singer/songwriter Michael Bolton’s celebrated career has never been explored in such rich detail – until now.  In his first memoir, The Soul of it All (Center Street/Hachette Book Group, November 13, 2012), Bolton offers a backstage pass into the fascinating life journey from anonymity to a world-renowned music career.

 

Growing up from humble beginnings in New Haven, Connecticut, Bolton began a career in music writing songs as early as age 9.  At 15, he found himself hitchhiking cross-country along Route 66 with his band, where the musician and songwriter sought out odd jobs, including becoming a babysitter for a young Paula Abdul.  He eventually landed a label deal with Epic Records, however, it would be 18 long years before he would score his first definitive hit and breakthrough as a superstar.  In The Soul Of It All, Bolton recounts many little known but life-altering experiences that shaped the man he would become.  

 

Die-hard Michael Bolton fans will hear for the first time details of a rewarding yet often challenging journey.  From the emotional trauma resulting from his parent’s divorce, to his early days as an artist indulging in the excesses of the 60s and 70s and through a period where he struggled to make ends meet by recording jingles to support his wife and three young daughters.  His focus and talent would ultimately deliver him into the company of world leaders and Presidents of the United States as well as into the arms of some of the loveliest Hollywood stars.  All the while, he’s never forgotten to give back and has leveraged his celebrity to help raise millions for charitable causes, including his own foundation protecting women and children at risk.  On the path towards selling more than 53 million records, Michael has performed to millions of fans worldwide and has worked with iconic singers and songwriters including Luciano Pavarotti, Ray Charles, Bob Dylan, KISS, Cher, Rascal Flatts and Lady Gaga.  And he’s continued to expand.  In a brilliantly hilarious Emmy Award®-nominated Digital Short featured on “Saturday Night Live,” Michael won over a whole new legion of young fans with a song about Captain Jack Sparrow. 

 

This book is about the soul of it all, the heartfelt emotions and vital forces created in a lifetime spent developing gifts and pursuing passions,” writes Bolton. “I think of it as a light that shines through dedicated artists of every kind, giving depth and color to everything we create, so that it touches and elevates the lives of those within our reach.”

 

“We all know that my friend Michael Bolton is a gifted musician and a devoted philanthropist - but you may not know that he's also a talented storyteller,” says President Bill Clinton. "’The Soul of it All’ is the fascinating journey of a man who is as powerful, bold, and soulful as his voice.”

 

While he has cemented his status as a pop culture icon, Bolton says he still has work to do. “Like a sculptor working with stone, I want to remove all that is less wise, less noble, less patient, less present, until I become something closer to perfection.”

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Comment by catherine bradley on August 29, 2012 at 1:24pm
Mine.
Comment by Gail Knoesen on August 29, 2012 at 12:49pm

Quite near perfection already....

Sure going to be a 'good read'.

Take care.

Love

Gail K. South Africa

Comment by Sandra Jeffery on August 29, 2012 at 11:53am

I so look forward to reading this book and getting to know more about you Michael.....can,t wait for November!!

Sandra XXXX

Comment by Alba on August 29, 2012 at 11:45am

Reading your new book will help me to know you better, your personality, your emotions, your feelings, your lifestyle.I think it'll be another great success! My best wishes and big hugs from your Italian fan Alba.

Comment by meggy on August 29, 2012 at 7:13am

I love to read, and I like autobiogrophy's too, so just as soon as it's out to buy....Count on me to be there purchasing my very own copy...I bought your 1st (Childrens Book) the 1st day it was out...and it took me until last year to have it signed by you...now it is "Priceless".....thanks for sharing your lifes journey with Us...it will be a pleasure to read:)!

Mary (M&M's)!

Comment by Joy Arban on August 29, 2012 at 3:20am
Michael,
You are pretty much close to perfection right now to all of us, you know that don't you?  But yes, we all can't wait to read and really find out everything you are willing to share with us.  Wishing you success with your book and everything else you do.
Joy
from the Jersey Shore
Comment by Dianna Shipman on August 29, 2012 at 2:17am

Yes should be a very enjoyable read, one in which I do look forward to :)

Love Dianna xxx

 

Comment by joan barnett on August 29, 2012 at 2:07am

sounds great hay the 60s were great a different life but loved it all. god showing my age lol. cant wait to read ur book. u will always be perfect as u are to me. love u always jo xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Comment by Lynn Arnold on August 29, 2012 at 1:59am

Can't wait!! Just in time to take with me on my cruise :)

Comment by Donna Snyder on August 29, 2012 at 1:57am

Can't wait to get my hands on this book!

 

Donna

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