When We Were the Boys

This book is a backstage pass to the ups downs and all-out craziness of arena rock—deep discussions with Rod Stewart jamming with legends like Mick Jagger and Duran Duran gaining groupies and striking out solo. Stevie Salas was one of many boys coming of age in the 1980s—when the American dream was rock superstardom. As lead guitarist for a San Diego band Salas played backyard parties and school dances. But when Salas auditioned for Rod Stewart—where he was the youngest band member by a decade—his life truly hit a turning point.