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Paul Livingston | 304 pages | 01 Mar 2017 | Allen & Unwin | 9781760290764 | English | , Australia Daas: Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the by

Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Want to Read saving…. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Other editions. Enlarge cover. Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Details if other :. Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Preview — D. At their peak D. Flacco and Paul now find themselves wrenched out of comfortable but obscure retirement to tread the boards again with and Paul McDermott - but this time as part of D. As a fly on the pungent walls of D. In the bad old men of dared to venture back to where it all began thirty years ago - the Edinburgh Festival. Can they recapture the magic? Will anyone remember them? Get A Copy. Kindle Editionpages. More Details Other Editions 2. Friend Reviews. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about D. Lists with This Book. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Community Reviews. Showing Average rating 4. Rating details. More filters. Sort order. Start your review of D. May 03, Jacm rated it really liked it Shelves: australianautobiography. A witty and entertaining insight into comedy scene. For someone who describes themselves as a selective mute, Paul Livingston aka Flacco is a superb communicator. What a surprisingly beautiful book. I have been a fan of the Doug Anthony Allstars since I was in my teens and they were fresh faced young men purveying filth and beautiful harmonies. Paul Livingston tells the story of their meteoric rise to fame and his, riding along on their comet tail and their influence on comedy in this well written book. But it is also a record of great affection for DAAS - from their fans, from those in their industry who learned so much from them, from Paul himself, but most poignantly, for each other. Reading this has made me all the more determined to see them live at least one more time. Jan 04, Jen rated it it was amazing. A well written tumble down memory lane. Feb 07, Cassie Willcox rated it it was amazing. I loved this, as a D. S fan from years back, it was really interesting to get another perspective on their lives and personalities both on and away from the stage. It charts their seedy early days, through the height of their fame, and the eventual reincarnation of the group. I found myself laughing out loud many times in the work lunch room as I read it, Paul Livingston has such a sharp and humorous way of describing things that they all said D.A.A.S. - Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars did I will probably I loved this, as a D. I will probably read it again within the next 12 months at the next time I get the urge to drag out the old VHS concert tapes for a re-watch, once or twice a year is the usual timing for this! Thanks for the insight Paul, on both the other fellas and also for yourself. It is wonderful to get a glimpse of the man behind Flacco! This book proved to be more than it appeared and I'm so incredibly grateful for that. It was a real trip down memory lane to hear from familiar faces that were on the scene during those formative years. I couldn't put this down. A fragmented but interesting look into one of Australia's most exciting comedy acts who were regular faces on TV when I was a pre-teen. Definitely made me want to go and find all the old TV appearances and songs so interest suitably re-engaged! I smiled from first page to last. Loved the style as much as the content. Heart warming but not overly sentimental, informative but not a boring list of dates. Loved it :. Enjoyable trip down memory lane, and a reminder of mortality. While at times the author writes with a rather weird lyrical manner, this is a great book, with fantastic insights into DAAS back in their most notorious D.A.A.S. - Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars wild days. I never really got Flacco's sense of humour, and I feel that probably would have made it easier to understand if I did. He continually complains about his woes, and his age and to be honest, it does get rather annoying after a while Best way to describe this book, is one man describing how DAAS was in the past, how DAAS has infl While at times the author writes with a rather weird lyrical manner, this is a great book, with fantastic insights into DAAS back in their most notorious and wild days. He continually complains about his D.A.A.S. - Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars, and his age and to be honest, it does get rather annoying after a while Best way to describe this book, is one man describing how DAAS was in the past, how DAAS has influenced and been a part of his past and present working life while giving a occasional insight into the author's actual life. I loved this book. Plus, having met Paul on a few occasions, it was lovely to learn more about Paul the private person. I knew some of his story, but not the whole story. This is a portrait of friendships and also a story about art and comedy and creation a failure and success. Great work Paul! May 27, Martin Faulkner rated it it was amazing. I came for the D. Just bloody lovely. Jul 18, Mr Aardvark rated it it was amazing. This covers so much of many of Australia's comedians from late 70's to now. Because Doug Anthony All Stars made an impact on them all. Sue Wheildon D.A.A.S. - Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars it really liked it Dec 02, Elise rated it liked it Jan 12, Katrina rated it it was amazing Dec 26, Megan rated it really liked it Mar 02, Glenn rated it liked it Mar 24, Daniel Pauly rated it liked it May 17, Claire Page rated it liked it Apr 15, Cailin O'neil rated it it was amazing Feb 14, It's not often a book has me laughing out loud. This one did. Not for the comedy lines DAAS use on stage, but the turn of phrase Livo uses in his depictions of live behind the stage. Some performances being mentioned specifically within this mighty tome. May the DAAS army roll on for years to come. If you want the truth of DAAS, there is nowhere to look. This may be as close as you come. Douglas DeCaux rated it really liked it Feb 24, Fiona Kerr rated it it was amazing Dec 11, Amanda rated it really liked it Jan 07, Kerrie rated it liked it May 19, James Tomkins rated it really liked it Oct 10, D rated it it was amazing May 27, D.A.A.S.: Their Part in My Downfall: On the road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars by Paul Livingston

Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Want to Read saving…. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Other editions. Enlarge cover. Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Details if other :. Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Preview — Daas by Paul Livingston. At their peak D. Can they recapture the magic? Will anyone remember them? Get A Copy. Paperbackpages. More Details Other Editions 2. Friend Reviews. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about Daasplease sign up. Lists with This Book. This book D.A.A.S. - Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars not yet featured on Listopia. Community Reviews. Showing Average rating 4. Rating details. Sort order. A witty and entertaining insight into the Australian comedy scene. For someone who describes themselves as a selective mute, Paul Livingston aka Flacco is a superb communicator. What a surprisingly beautiful book. I have been a fan of the Doug Anthony Allstars since I was in my teens and they were fresh faced young men purveying filth and beautiful harmonies. Paul Livingston tells the story of their meteoric rise to fame and his, riding along on their comet tail and their influence on comedy in this well written book. But it is also a record of great affection for DAAS - from their fans, from those in their industry who learned so much from them, from Paul himself, but most poignantly, for each other. Reading this has made me all the more determined to see them live at least one more time. A well written tumble down memory lane. I loved this, as a D. S fan from years back, it was really interesting to get another perspective on their lives and personalities both on and away from the stage. It charts their seedy early days, through the height of their fame, and the eventual reincarnation of the group. I found myself laughing out loud many times in the work lunch room as I read it, Paul Livingston has such a sharp and humorous way of describing things that they all said and did I will probably I loved this, as a D. I will probably read it again within the next 12 months at the next time I get the urge to drag out the old VHS concert tapes for a re-watch, once or twice a year is the usual timing for this! Thanks for the insight Paul, on both the other fellas and also for yourself. It is wonderful to get a glimpse of the man behind Flacco! Aug 03, Tash rated it it was amazing Shelves: non-fictionhumourfavorites. This book proved to be more than it appeared and I'm so incredibly grateful for that. It was a real trip down memory lane to hear from familiar faces that were on the scene during those formative years. I couldn't put this down. Aug 01, Ben Baker rated it liked it. A fragmented but interesting look into one of Australia's most exciting comedy acts who were regular faces on TV when I was a pre-teen. Definitely made me want to go and find all the old TV appearances and songs so interest suitably re-engaged! Feb 19, Jaclyn rated it really liked D.A.A.S. - Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars. I smiled from first page to last. Loved the style as much as the content. Heart warming but not overly sentimental, informative but not a boring list of dates. Loved it :. Nov 19, Sharon rated it really liked it Shelves: non-fictionbiography-autobiographymemoir Enjoyable trip down memory lane, and a reminder of mortality. Jan 06, Sharon rated it really liked it. While at times the author writes with a rather weird lyrical manner, this is a great book, with fantastic insights into DAAS back in their most notorious and wild days. I never really got Flacco's sense of humour, and I feel that probably would have made it easier to understand if I did. He D.A.A.S. - Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars complains about his woes, and his age and to be honest, it does get rather annoying after a while Best way to describe this book, is one man describing how DAAS was in the past, how DAAS has infl While at times the author writes with a rather weird lyrical manner, this is a great book, with fantastic insights into DAAS back in their most notorious and wild days. He continually complains about his woes, and his age and to be honest, it does get rather annoying after a while Best way to describe this book, is one man describing how DAAS was in the past, how DAAS has influenced and been a part of his past and present working life while giving a occasional insight into the author's actual life. Feb 04, John James rated it really liked it. I loved this book. Plus, having met Paul on a few occasions, it was lovely to learn more about Paul the private person. I knew some of his story, but not the whole story. This is a portrait of friendships and also a story about art and comedy and creation a failure and success. Great work Paul! I came for the D. Just bloody lovely. This covers so much of many of Australia's comedians from late 70's to now. Because Doug Anthony All Stars made an impact on them all. Mar 28, Peter Stuart rated it really liked it. I went to see DAAS and the guitarist at the yarraville club in An excellent book, written with an insight into both the inner mind and soul of the author and into the inner functioning of one of the best comedy acts to ever grace this planet. The regaling of both personal experiences and the use of I went to see DAAS and the guitarist at the yarraville club in The regaling of both personal experiences and the use of direct inputs from those who were also there lead to the construction of a narrative to be embraced and savored. Mar 28, Tanya rated it it was amazing Shelves: paperback. It's not often a book has D.A.A.S. - Their Part in My Downfall: On the Road with the Doug Anthony All-Stars laughing out loud. This one did. Not for the comedy lines DAAS use on stage, but the turn of phrase Livo uses in his depictions of live behind the stage. Some performances being mentioned specifically within this mighty tome. May the DAAS army roll on for years to come. If you want the truth of DAAS, there is nowhere to look. This may be as close as you come. Sep 06, Michelle Ham added it. Book Livingston is self-deprecating and articulate, with a love for word play and deconstructed cliches that made me quite envious. I love that he was roped into touring with DAAS in their latest incarnation as not-so-young rebel rousers. Livingston wanted to stay in and drink tea and go to bed by 9pm like a self-respecting pensioner, but the others would have none of it! I l Book I loved reading about Tim's never-ending optimism and energy, in contrast to Livingston's disdain at having no permission to whinge about his ailments. You can't really whine about having the flu while one of your compadres rolls around smiling and befriending everyone while living with MS! I loved DAAS back in the 90s but they're better than ever now. I would've loved to read more about the recent tour, but maybe Tim will write a book about that! There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Readers also enjoyed. Meet the author event with Paul Livingston aka Flacco - ANU

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