Dream Brothers: The Lives and Music of Jeff and Tim Buckley

When Jeff Buckley drowned at the age of thirty in 1997, he not only left behind a legacy of brilliant music, but also brought back haunting memories of his father, '60s troubadour Tim Buckley, a gifted musician who barely knew his son and who himself died at twenty-eight. Both father and son made transcendent music that mixed rock, jazz, and folk, and both amassed a cadre of obsessive, adoring fans. This absorbing dual biography, based on interviews with more than one hundred friends, family members, and business associates as well as access to journals and unreleased recordings, tells for the first time the intriguing, often heartbreaking story of these two musicians. It offers a new understanding of the Buckleys' parallel lives and tragedies, while exploring the changing music business between the '60s and the '90s. Finally, it tells the story of a father and son, two complex, enigmatic men who died searching for themselves and each other.

The Buckleys' musical legacies are intertwined, with both Jeff and Tim Buckley leaving an indelible mark on the music world. Jeff Buckley, who drowned in 1997 at the age of thirty, was hailed as a prodigious talent, his haunting vocals and eclectic style captivating audiences worldwide. His father, Tim Buckley, was a gifted musician in his own right, a '60s troubadour whose own life was tragically cut short at the age of twenty-eight. Despite the lack of a close relationship between father and son, the Buckleys' parallel lives and their shared passion for music are the focus of this absorbing dual biography.

The book, based on extensive interviews and access to personal journals and unreleased recordings, provides a comprehensive and often heartbreaking account of the Buckleys' lives and legacies. It explores the changing music industry between the '60s and '90s, offering insights into the challenges and pressures that both Jeff and Tim faced in their respective eras. The story is not merely a tale of two musicians, but a deeply personal exploration of the complex relationships and unresolved tensions that existed between a father and son.

Ultimately, this book serves as a poignant tribute to the Buckleys' enduring impact on the music world. It celebrates their shared artistry, while also acknowledging the tragedies that shaped their lives and the lasting influence they continue to have on generations of musicians and music lovers alike. Through the examination of these two extraordinary individuals, the book offers a unique perspective on the creative process, the pursuit of artistic fulfillment, and the enduring power of music to transcend the boundaries of time and personal circumstance.

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