Dead Man Singing

Dave Masters fakes his death to boost his record sales but realizes he can't live without the stage. He sets up as his own tribute act, but building a new life is difficult. Dead Man Singing is a rollercoaster ride through his posthumous life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: The Book Guild Ltd

Fed up with the never-ending humiliations and the decline of his career, Dave Masters decides to take a drastic measure. In an attempt to boost his record sales and escape the industry that had turned its back on him, he fakes his own death. Walking away from the spotlight, he hopes to start a new life, free from the pressures and expectations that came with being a rock star.

However, as time passes, Dave realizes that he cannot live without the stage. The adrenaline rush, the applause, and the connection with his fans were a part of him that he couldn't give up. Determined to reclaim his life, Dave decides to set up as his own tribute act. He starts from scratch, performing in small venues and building a new fan base.

But building a new life isn't as easy as he had imagined. Dave faces numerous challenges, including his own self-doubt and the skepticism of those who doubt his ability to succeed. He also has to navigate the complicated world of the music industry, which is full of rivalries, jealousies, and unscrupulous agents.

Despite the obstacles, Dave perseveres. He puts his heart and soul into his performances, connecting with his fans on a personal level and sharing his journey with them. He starts to gain recognition, and his tribute act becomes a hit.

But as Dave's success grows, so does his danger. He attracts the attention of fans, lovers, rivals, stalkers, gangsters, and even the law. He finds himself in a web of lies and deceit, constantly having to look over his shoulder and protect himself and his family.

Dead Man Singing is a rollercoaster ride through Dave's posthumous life. It explores his brushes with fans, lovers, rivals, stalkers, gangsters, the law, and the most dangerous enemy of all – himself. Through his struggles and triumphs, Dave learns the true meaning of resilience, perseverance, and self-discovery.

In the end, Dave emerges from the other side of death alive, stronger and more determined than ever. He has learned that life is a journey, and that even in the face of adversity, one can find hope and redemption. He continues to perform, sharing his music and his story with the world, and inspiring others to follow their dreams, no matter how difficult the path may seem.

Weight: 446g
Dimension: 138 x 216 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915853233