When the term “music lover” is mentioned, the mind immediately thinks about an individual who takes pleasure in listening to music. If you’re one of such individuals, then chances are you can’t go a day or even an hour without blessing your ears with some great music from your favorite artists.
But have you thought of other ways you can complement your affection for all things music? Beyond listening to or watching music in audio and visual forms, there’s another hobby for music lovers to develop. This hobby is book reading.
For all music lovers out there, there are paperback books, biographies, and even audiobooks you can grab today to learn more about your favorite musicians. That’s why today, we’ve searched for and come up with 10 awesome books you’d love to read as a music lover. Do not hesitate to visit BookScouter to check out the best price for any book you’re about to buy.
So, what are these books? Who are they about? What untold stories do they unravel? Read on to find out all these and more in our 10 books for music lovers.
In Love With Music? Here Are 10 Books You Should Lay Your Hands On
The Storyteller by Dave Grohl
What do readers get when a 16-time Grammy award-winning Rock ‘n’ Roll artist tells a story of his life and musical career? The result is a storyteller for a debut for rock ‘n’ roll fans to appreciate.
Kicking off our list is the self-inspired novel portraying the growth and journey of Dave Grohl as he discusses his worship for the enduring power of music. In this book, you get to learn of Grohl’s soulful story and how he handled the fame that came with it.
From traveling the world as a member of Kurt Cobain’s Nirvana to creating his band – the Foo Fighters -, The Storyteller narrates the rock memoir of one of the 20th century’s rock icons.
Heavier Than Heaven: A Biography of Kurt Cobain by Charles R. Cross
We can’t mention Kurt Cobain and not say a book that focused on his own life.
Heavier than Heaven is a masterpiece of a storyteller crafted by the very pen of music journalist Charles R. Cross. This masterpiece was created from the implementation of hundreds of interviews, 4 years’ worth of research, as well as access to the diaries, family photos, and lyrics of Kurt Cobain himself.
Have a peek today to find out the untold stories of Kurt Cobain’s early life, his rise to fame, and how he became adored by a whole generation.
Petty: The Biography by Warren Zanes
Once credited to be one of Rolling Stone’s 10 best music books of 2015, Warren Zanes uses the pages of this book to bring to life the legend of a legend himself, Tom Petty. What makes this biography worth reading is the fact that the author is an accomplished musician, writer, and for the cherry on top, a friend of Tom Petty.
Through the tours he shared with Tom Petty, Warren Zanes delivers an honest and insightful tale of Petty’s career better than anyone else ever could.
Tissue by Anthony Kiedis, Larry Sloman
You would think that for a dude who’s always high on drugs, Anthony Kiedis couldn’t piece together a detailed novel describing the events of his life. Well, that’s where you’re in for a surprise.
As the lead singer of The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Anthony Kiedis has seen his fair share of life. From being raised by a drug dealer father to becoming part of one of the most popular bands of the 1990s, there’s a lot you didn’t know about Anthony Kiedis that Scar Tissue unravels.
Inside Out: A Personal History of Pink Floyd by Nick Mason, Philip Dodd
Have you ever thought about what the story of Pink Floyd would be like from the inside out?
After a successful career comprising 116 million sold records and 25 years spent on the top of the charts, fans can now learn about the story of the struggles, twists, turns, and everything beyond the charts and records. And who better to tell this story than the only continuous member of the band in its 40-year existence, Nick Mason?
Set the Night on Fire: Living, Dying, and Playing Guitar With the Doors by Robby Krieger
From how he discovered his guitar, and his love for it, to his switch to a different guitar inspired by Chuck Berry, to auditioning for the Doors, Robby Krieger narrates his melodious ordeals as a guitarist playing for the Doors band.
Take a sneak peek at his book and learn how he and his band went from touring in a van to headlining gigs as number-one artists.
My Name Is Prince
Quick question, will there ever be an artist who was the perfect blend of controversy, poise, musical genius, and stubbornness, who could also spit out deep lyrics from the different genres of Pop, Rock, Rap, Soul, and even Jazz? Well, there already was and his name was Prince.
Read the tales told by Randee St. Nicholas through not words, but an iconic collection of photos that told the stories a thousand words couldn’t.
Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story
This book is a paperback representation of the different reflections Bono had on his growth and evolution; creatively and personally. And yes, we’re referring to Bono, the lead vocalist and primary lyricist of the rock band known as U2.
au Find out what makes a great song, how living with a wife and 4 kids feels, the near breakup of his band, and many more, all from the pen of Bono himself.
Alice in Chains: The Untold Story
Noted for being the first of grunge’s big four(which included Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Soundgarden) to receive a gold record and national recognition, Alice in Chains was one of the biggest pioneers of today’s version of metal music.
Discover the different tales of the band’s hard work, self-sabotage, and how they rose above all hurdles to create a lasting legacy.
The Autobiography of Gucci Mane
Ending our list is a more contemporary-themed piece that gives readers an exclusive look into the intriguing life of Gucci Mane from the main man himself.
Want to know what path had to be forged to propel Gucci Mane to his present stardom? Or the setbacks he faced along the way? Then grab a piece of the Autobiography of Gucci Mane.
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Montreal-based pop sensation and LGBTQ activist Van Hechter is back with “Boy Problems,” a stunning new single. The track merges his signature upbeat charm with rare emotional depth. Hechter, known for hits like “Disco Brother,” “Hot Damn,” and “Love Elastic,” reveals a new side to his magnetic electro-pop personality, offering a message that is both radiant and raw.
At 4 minutes and 24 seconds, “BoyProblems” is a bilingual (French & English) eruption of glitter, melancholy, and empowerment. It’s built on irresistible synths, glossy production, and pulsing basslines. The song invites listeners into a world where heartbreak beats in rhythm with liberation. The melodies feel euphoric on the surface, yet are stained with a haunting vulnerability, proving that dancing and deep feeling can exist together.
At its core, the song is a manifesto about refusing to settle for half-love. Van delivers lyrics that make you sway, smile, and suddenly pause; the truth stings. If love isn’t loud, real, and fully given, he’d rather walk away. It’s a reminder wrapped in rhythm: loving yourself means refusing the small version of what you deserve.
Filled with Hechter’s signature humor, glamour, and optimism, “Boy Problems” is a club anthem and a soul-stirrer all at once. The bilingual lyrics expand its emotional reach. The track feels at home anywhere, from Parisian dance floors and New York rooftops to headphones on a bus or speakers at Pride.
This is a jam that makes you feel like you’re flying, free from pretense. It’s definitively dance-pop and unmistakably Van Hechter, though the smile has a real heartbeat underneath. Listeners will hear that signature flair; he’s still cheeky, stylish, and unapologetically queer. His artistry is simply sharpened with new emotional honesty. This is a growth moment, delivered with a wink and a synth hook.
“Boy Problems” is a significant step beyond a simple catchy single. It’s a toast to self-worth. A glittering rebellion against lukewarm love. A reminder that the dance floor can be a place to heal. This sonic centerpiece belongs on your playlist, and on your friends’ too.
Sometimes a song shows up like that friend who kicks open the door without knocking, grinning and saying, “get your shoes, we’re leaving.” “Tule Tule,” the new single from South Sudanese artist TR Craze featuring Jamaican-UK rapper Caine Marko, moves exactly like that. The track is bold and charged, carrying the weight of lived experience while stomping over a dark, menacing drill beat that feels built for the streets as much as the club.
TR Craze’s backstory reads like a movie script Hollywood studios would fight over. He was born in South Sudan, shaped by the trauma of civil war, and pushed into the harsh realities of refugee life. He literally survived the treacherous routes through Libya and across the Mediterranean Sea to reach Europe. This man distills survival into rhythm. On “Tule Tule,” you can feel that heart, that urgency, and that fire in his delivery, channelled into a raw, assertive drill performance that cuts through even if you don’t understand a single word of the opening verse. At its core, “Tule Tule” is a raw, assertive drill track that isn’t afraid to bare its teeth.
The word “Tule” comes from Nuer. It refers to youth games and the electric thrill of chasing something, whether that’s victory, joy, or destiny. TR Craze uses that spirit like a drumbeat beneath his voice. The choruses hit with a communal, call-and-response warmth but here that playfulness is flipped into a gritty, chant-like hook – “Tule Tule” – that feels like the rallying cry of a crew on the move. Even without translating the lyrics, the tone tells you everything. This is about motion, pursuit, celebration, and refusing to stay stuck in the past, all wrapped in an unapologetic, high-adrenaline atmosphere. Lyrically, the track leans into street life, dominance and crew loyalty, matching the tension in the beat.
Behind them, producer Kyxxx builds a dark, tense soundscape, stitching drill drums with Brazilian bounce and Bhangra-flavoured rhythmic elements that keep the track constantly on edge. The result is a gritty, energetic and unapologetic atmosphere that pulls you straight into their world.
Then Caine Marko slides in for the second verse, and the whole energy pivots into a sharp, swagger-heavy bounce. His flow is clean but gritty, confident and confrontational, shifting between braggadocio and sly charm.
“She knows I’m a wolf and I run the pack,” he starts, classic alpha talk, but delivered with a laid-back grin. “She come first like running track,” he continues, flipping between affection and athletic metaphors like a man who’s too used to moving fast.
Then he opens up the verse more: “Doing dirt and getting with a bitty, I only pretty… then back to the city. Got me some liquor then it got me some weed.” It’s lifestyle rap, but the reckless, unapologetic kind. It’s the messy, outside-at-night, live-in-the-moment vibe that balances TR Craze’s more grounded narrative. When he ends with “you going to hang with the gang,” the energy snaps into a group-hyped finale, a reminder that music like this isn’t meant to be consumed alone, underlining the crew-first loyalty at the heart of the record.
“Tule Tule” works because it blends worlds without softening its raw, street-hardened edge. It merges East African emotion, Caribbean-UK swagger, drill and hip-hop grit, Brazilian and Bhangra textures in Kyxxx’s production, diaspora storytelling, and a spirit of joy that refuses to be dimmed by pain.
Let “Tule Tule” run while you’re walking, cooking, texting, or plotting big dreams – or getting ready to step out with your crew.