I just noticed we past the 2 year anniversary of the release of my memoir, Requiem for My Rave.
I thought I’d reflect a bit on it with some distance.
First, the feedback on the book has been tremendous. It’s been really touching to me to see how many people have enjoyed it, whether that’s through revisiting that time in their lives or living vicariously through an era they were not a part of.
Second, I’m super proud of the book and what is in it. It feels complete and I don’t have desires to add to it or update it. It’s a complete work. What’s amazing to me is I’ve had people say “you didn’t write about X, or Y” and there are definitely some stories I forgot about, but in the end I feel I accomplished my main objective and as a complete piece I am very proud of it and the legacy is stands for.
Third, I didn’t realize at the time of writing it how much it would affect ME. That this story I had been running away from for a long time can now be re-integrated into my current self. Even though I’ll never spin records again, I will always be Anabolic Frolic. I can still be that guy on stage electrifying a crowd and creating connection. To be told nowadays how much “energy” people can feel while watching me speak on Zoom really shows how I can translate those old instincts to a new medium.
I’m tremendously proud of the book and of telling my story. If you’re reading this it’s because you looked me up (I’m not on social media so you have to specifically look for me) and I thank you for your interest in doing that.