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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful. Mr. Teardrop Gets the Treatment He DeservesBy Ernie McHoneMarty Robbins is one of the greatest and most talented singer/songwriters of all time. I really began listening to Martys music about three years ago. I was born a little less than two years after Martys untimely death; therefore; I wasnt really exposed to a lot of his music. I was aware through television and radio of songs like "El Paso" and "Devil Woman" but had never taken the time to really listen.I purchased one of his greatest hits CDs here on ; and needless to say; I was truly impressed at how talented and versatile this man was. He was crossing over into the pop charts way before anyone else was with songs like "A White Sport Coat" and the above mentioned "El Paso". I recently watched an interview with Marty Robbins where he stated that he never really arranged many songs in a country style. That seems to be just where people wanted to place him. But Marty Robbins was beyond a country and western singer. He was a singer period. Just take a listen to the album "Marty after Midnight". It is pure jazz greatness and is just a slice of this mans vocal prowess.I had scoured the internet after being introduced to Marty for anything I could find on him. After buying the CD; I soon bought the "Essential" CD collection as well as the "Legendary Performances" and "Marty Robbins Anthology" DVDs. I must say he has become my all time favorite vocalist. While searching the internet for Marty stuff; my goal was to find a biography about the man. Sadly; my search came up short as the only thing available was the large bibliography "Marty Robbins: Fast Cars and Country Music" and "Some Memories: Growing up with Marty Robbins" which was a book co-written by Martys twin sister before she passed. This wasnt enough for me; as I wanted a volume dedicated to the mans life. A definitive biography of this legendary entertainer.Diane Diekman has done just that. She has crafted one of the best biographies out there. This book is exhaustive and covers every aspect of Marty Robbins life. From his birth in Arizona to his untimely death at the age of 57 in Nashville; Tn. It is filled with recollections from his children; his siblings; peers; band members and Marty himself. This book leaves no stone unturned and gives you an overall picture of Marty without pulling any punches.Mr. Teardrop deserves this biography and so do his fans. I highly recommend this book and cannot put it down.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Marty Robbins/ One of my favorites since childhoodBy GINAI did not know this book had been published until I found it on . I just finished reading this biography and it is a wonderful book about a very talented man. I wish I could have met him. The first concert that I attended was when I was about 5 or 6 years old and it was Marty Robbins. There are in depth details about his band members and information and memories that myself and many people did not know since he was so private. I had only seen one picture of his wife. If you are a Marty Robbins fan; you will love this book. I do wish that there had been more about his brothers; sisters and his mother through the years. He was a pure entertainer and such a great talent; wish he were still here singing;making people laugh and driving that race car. I was at the Music City News Awards when he won the Favorite Male Vocalist Award; I was so happy for him; that was in June; 1982 and he passed away 6 months later. I cried when I heard the news of his death and I shed tears when I finished the book. Thanks for sharing the many sides of Marty and they were all good as far as I am concerned.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The Life Of Marty RobbinsBy Richard ElphickI have loved the music and songs of Marty Robbins for many years now. Recognized as one of the most accomplished and versatile singers who could and did cover many types of music . Rock roll; hillbilly; Western; country; pop; cowboy; gospel and others ; he had a very diverse range. I can thoroughly recommend this book to all lovers of music; as a very well written and researched addition to the music biographies. A heart felt tribute to one of the very best singers and entertainers of modern times.I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish....." MUSIC IS LIFE .... LIFE IS MUSIC ".....