Keep Music Evil: The Brian Jonestown Massacre Story is a riveting deep dive into the chaotic and mesmerizing world of one of rock's most enigmatic bands. Written by musician and author Jesse Valencia, the book chronicles the rise, fall, and enduring legacy of The Brian Jonestown Massacre, whose influence on the psychedelic rock revival of the 1990s remains unparalleled.
Blending ten years of research, interviews, and personal experiences, Valencia provides an intimate look at frontman Anton Newcombe and the band’s ever-changing lineup, capturing the raw energy, creative brilliance, and turbulent relationships that defined their journey. Through detailed accounts, Keep Music Evil explores the making of iconic albums, the love-hate rivalry with The Dandy Warhols famously captured in the documentary Dig!, and the cult-like devotion of fans drawn to their defiant ethos.
Far more than a band biography, Keep Music Evil is a manifesto for artists and dreamers, celebrating music as a revolutionary force. Packed with behind-the-scenes stories, critical insights, and a call to embrace artistic authenticity, this book is essential reading for fans of the band, lovers of psychedelic rock, and anyone who believes in the transformative power of music.