New Kids On The Block: Five Brothers And A Million Sisters (2012) - Plot & Excerpts
I have been a BLOCKhead since I was a kid. This books is filled with so many fan stories about how NKOTB got them through tough times as a kid. I feel lucky to be able to say that I didn't have tough times to go through, I had a great childhood and having NKOTB be a part of that made it so much better. I had always viewed the guys as untouchable, whether I can ever afford to buy a meet and greet concert ticket or a cruise ticket, or not. But after reading this, and finding out so much more about them than I already knew - the devotion and appreciation they have of us, the fans, I'm blown away. It makes me that much more determined to someday be able to get one of those coveted tickets or go on one of the cruises. We didn't have a lot of money growing up, we weren't poor either. We were probably on the lower end of middle-class. So I never got to go to a concert during the first go around. I didn't have as much of the merchandise as I would've loved to have. In fact, all I can remember having was a pillowcase (I slept on Joe's face every night, LOL!), a huge puzzle, a calendar (maybe?), posters, and a bunch of pictures ripped out of magazines wallpapering my walls. I grew up in the sticks, so NKOTB merch was hard to come by. I remember going to Kmart and getting so excited to finally see a NKOTB shirt there and being heartbroken that they didn't have my size. My mom was going to buy me one but had to fill out a rain check slip instead. It was never fulfilled. When I finally got to see them during the reunion tour, I was blown away, it was like my childhood dreams come true. All the love that I had for them came back in full force. I can proudly say I've seen them 4 times now and I hope for more. Each time I see them, it's better than the last.But I digress....back to the book - it was awesome to get an in depth history of the band and how it was formed. I loved reading the quotes from the guys and their parents. Now I realize they are not untouchable, while they are still huge to me, they're more down-to-earth and approachable. I have a twitter account and follow all of them, but I didn't realize that they actually interact with the fans. That just amazes me that they take time out of their lives to do that. It just makes my love for this band that much more concrete whether they're together and performing or not. I feel like it's a gift, this second time around with them. New Kids on the Block: Five Brothers and a Million Sisters. Ok, so be warned my geeky side is coming out. I can remember when New Kids on the Block starting getting popular and their songs were on the radio. My girlfriends and I would listen to them all the time. Of course we had our favorites of the five guys. Mine was Jordan. Anyone who is a true fan of NKOTB will tell you their favorite guy and usually you will be surprised to find out that as we all grow up, our guy does not change. I even had a NKOTB lunch box. What I was surprised to learn from reading this book was just how loyal and friendly NKOTB are towards their fans. The feel is mutual. I had just as much fun reading how the guys went from singing in prisons, birthday parties, to Fenway Park. As I did reading about the stories from real fans. Who had their own stories to share about meeting the guys. I have come away with more respect for the band after reading this book. This book did not just focus on the music but the guys and who there are and where they came from. I would suggest checking this book out for any NKOTB fan. You will not be disappointed.
What do You think about New Kids On The Block: Five Brothers And A Million Sisters (2012)?
I would of loved to get this book in the giveaway I'm a huge fan on this group have been since 89.
—Ali
love these guys. so excited for the new music on the way and tour announced today.
—jen
was an interesting insight into one of the biggest boy bands of the 80's.
—Viv
Awesome book! I loved reading it. Best version of a fan perspective!!
—Rains
