Marty Friedman. Autobiography of a Cult Guitarist. From Megadeth to Solo Work

The autobiography is based on the journey from early bands and an interest in heavy music to fame as part of one of the main thrash metal groups. It includes the early stages of his career, work with various musicians, first solo recordings, and the period when Friedman joined Megadeth. A separate section is dedicated to the decade associated with the creation of key albums, touring, and the internal tensions of the music scene. After leaving the band, a new chapter begins, related to moving to Japan. Here, not only music plays an important role, but also cultural adaptation, work on television, participation in the Japanese entertainment industry, and gradual recognition in a new country. As a result, the text goes beyond ordinary memoirs about the rock scene and becomes a story of professional rethinking.