Working Class Man Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Jimmy Barnes (Author, Narrator), Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd (Publisher)

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The sequel to Jimmy Barnes' unforgettable childhood memoir, the number one best seller Working Class Boy.

It’s a life too big and a story too extraordinary for just one book. Jimmy Barnes has lived many lives—from Glaswegian migrant kid to iconic front man, from solo superstar to proud father of his own musical clan. In this hugely anticipated sequel to his critically acclaimed best seller Working Class Boy, Jimmy picks up the story of his life as he leaves Adelaide in the back of an old truck with a then unknown band called Cold Chisel.

A spellbinding and searingly honest reflection on success, fame and addiction, this self-penned memoir reveals how Jimmy Barnes used the fuel of childhood trauma to ignite and propel Australia’s greatest rock ’n’ roll story. But beyond the combustible merry-go-round of fame, drugs and rehab and across the Cold Chisel, solo and soul years, this is a story about how it’s never too late to try to put things right.

Listening Length

12 hours and 33 minutes
Author

Jimmy Barnes
Narrator

Jimmy Barnes
Audible release date

28 March 2022
Language

English
Publisher

Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd
ASIN

B09WF7J64L
Version

Unabridged
Program Type

Audiobook
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Listening Length	12 hours and 33 minutes
Author	Jimmy Barnes
Narrator	Jimmy Barnes
Whispersync for Voice	Ready
Audible.com.au Release Date	28 March 2022
Publisher	Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B09WF7J64L
Best Sellers Rank	1,448 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) 5 in Rock Music (Books) 5 in Biographies of Rock Musicians

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Mrs. Margarete Holden

Great Read

Reviewed in Australia on 24 March 2019

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I decided to read this book mainly because I'm a fan of Jimmy's and even more My Disabled son is a huge fan so wanted to learn about Jim's life and the sort of things he'd been through. I learned so much about what one person can go through and come out the other side, it was an inspiration I wish my son could read it also. Jim has so much to be thankful for namely his loving wife and family. My son would be over the moon to meet him if only. Thanks Jimmy for a great read and sharing your life with us.

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J DIXON

If you stop to take stock of your life, ...

Reviewed in Australia on 16 March 2018

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If you stop to take stock of your life, you will know that it' s very often hard to make sense of it. In Jimmy Barnes' epic work of self-examination, your heart will break for him over and over again. Despite all the odds, however, Jimmy has managed to come to terms with his past, and take full responsibility for his present in the way that he now chooses to live his life. If ever there would be a prize for 'Overcoming Mega-Adversity' Jimmy should get it. Jennifer Dixon, author 'Connections' ISBN 978-1506-905-19-8

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Rewarding read

Reviewed in Australia on 26 March 2019

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When I read the first book I didn't realise there was another one to follow, so I was pleased to read this one about the grown up Jimmy. Both books probably could have been condensed into one, as there's a bit of repetition, but it doesn't really matter as it's rewarding to read Jimmy's stories. This book was as sad as the first, but more satisfying to finish.

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Georgina Martin

Breathtaking

Reviewed in Australia on 21 July 2022

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This book is so hard to put down and it will smash you in the feels. It’s one of the best books I have ever read. So heart wrentching and beautiful.

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Lyn

A warts and all insight into his life

Reviewed in Australia on 21 September 2018

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This book would have been so difficult to write as Jimmy Barnes has opened up about very unflattering parts of his life. It describes how low he had to get before he decided that he needed to crawl back out of the life that he had dug himself into. The readers were shown the dark side of the music industry. I enjoyed reading it, but there was a small section where I felt that perhaps it could have been condensed slightly. Overall I am glad that I read it as it shows that you can change your life if you are determined enough.

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RUSSELL V

Great read

Reviewed in Australia on 26 June 2018

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I have been a fan of Jimmy Barnes since the early days of Cold Chisel. To read now of what was going on behind the scenes makes his life and career even more remarkable. Written with such honesty that you get a true sense of a person living on the edge and, thankfully, stepping back from it.

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Sharon Summerfield

Great Read

Reviewed in Australia on 5 November 2017

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I loved this book. I thought it could not be as good as Working Class Boy, but it was. Gripping, tender,sad,funny, he packs it all in a life lived at top speed. Thank you for all the photos Jimmy, they were amazing. A must read!

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Marigold Williams

Great read

Reviewed in Australia on 8 January 2018

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Loved this. Had no idea of the pain carried by the wild boy! I recall one night in Canberra at the showground. Cold Chisel was the support - completely blew us away!

Jimmy survived. Wow! True survivors do! Me too.

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cjc247

Man or Machine?

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 April 2018

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To understand where Jimmy Barnes came from and what he dealt within in life is a must before reading this book.

As a fellow Scot I can understand a lot of his early life prior to leaving for Australia and his determination to move forward and succeed while still feeling unworthy. Sadly us Scots are way too hard on ourselves and lack belief no matter how good we are.

Jimmy Barnes has worked his butt off to be the best rockstar in Australia and hasn’t had it all his own way. His anger, alcohol and drug addiction have played a huge part in his life - it’s amazing he’s still alive with the abuse he’s put his body through. Amazing story, sad and funny at times but definitely a worthwhile read for any Jimmy Barnes fans.

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P. Clark

Love your work Jimmy but you are one crazy self-destructive son of a b**ch

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 October 2018

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Finally got around to reading this. If you look up hell raiser on Wikipedia is should have a picture of Jimmy front and centre. I found Jimmy's music in the mid 80's and saw him 3 times. Brilliant singer (still is) and always leaves everything he has on stage. How he is still alive is a minor miracle though and this is an incredible account of his adult life to date. If you like Jimmy Barnes and or Cold Chisel read this.

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L6krb

You need to be a cold chisel to appreciate

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 January 2019

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It was too into Australian rock , could not relate to any of the bands mentions apart frpm AC/DC and INXS,
this would no doubt be a good read for an Aussie who is aquainted to Jimmy Barnes and his music, I had never heard of him before I bought the book.
just not for me

pirons59

Keep on rockin Jimmy

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 November 2020

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Great read about his childhood and links with Glasgow.
Took a lot of guts to share his childhood upbringing.
Went to Glasgow to see his tour about his life story in words and songs.
Well done Jimmy
Great singer/songwriter

Gina

Thumbs up.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 June 2021

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I got this book and working class boy for my Dad as he is a massive fan of Jimmy Barnes, it’s a gift for Father’s Day so he hasn’t opened it yet, I know he’ll love it though.

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