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Rock-and-roll icon and three-time bestselling author Nikki Sixx tells his origin story: how Frank Feranna became Nikki Sixx, chronicling his fascinating journey from irrepressible Idaho farmboy to the man who formed the revolutionary rock group Mötley Crüe.

Nikki Sixx is one of the most respected, recognizable, and entrepreneurial icons in the music industry. As the founder of Mötley Crüe, who is now in his twenty-first year of sobriety, Sixx is incredibly passionate about his craft and wonderfully open about his life in rock and roll, and as a person of the world. Born Franklin Carlton Feranna on December 11, 1958, young Frankie was abandoned by his father and partly raised by his mother, a woman who was ahead of her time but deeply troubled. Frankie ended up living with his grandparents, bouncing from farm to farm and state to state. He was an all-American kid—hunting, fishing, chasing girls, and playing football—but underneath it all, there was a burning desire for more, and that more was music. He eventually took a Greyhound bound for Hollywood.

In Los Angeles, Frank lived with his aunt and his uncle—the president of Capitol Records—for a short time. But there was no easy path to the top. He was soon on his own. There were dead-end jobs: dipping circuit boards, clerking at liquor and record stores, selling used light bulbs, and hustling to survive. But at night, Frank honed his craft, joining Sister, a band formed by fellow hard-rock veteran Blackie Lawless, and formed a group of his own: London, the precursor of Mötley Crüe. Turning down an offer to join Randy Rhoads’s band, Frank changed his name to Nikki London, Nikki Nine, and, finally, Nikki Sixx. Like Huck Finn with a stolen guitar, he had a vision: a group that combined punk, glam, and hard rock into the biggest, most theatrical and irresistible package the world had ever seen. With hard work, passion, and some luck, the vision manifested in reality—and this is a profound true story finding identity, of how Frank Feranna became Nikki Sixx. It's also a road map to the ways you can overcome anything, and achieve all of your goals, if only you put your mind to it.

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“A deeply personal plunge into Sixx’s dysfunctional upbringing….The journey from Feranna to Sixx – a name he maybe, sort of stole from another local musician who had dubbed himself Niki Syxx – is a fraught and complicated one. But it’s a story that Sixx shares with humor and honesty."―USA Today

“ Amazing... The First 21: How I Became Nikki Sixx is the origin story many have been waiting for…. There are many poignant moments and stunning revelations. You’ll learn how he went from sweeping floors to selling out shows at The Starwood, the artists and authors who inspired him, the meaning behind the trademark black lines he wears onstage, how he ripped off everything from Johnny Thunders’ look to the name Nikki Sixx, and how James Caan almost lassoed him poolside. However, his determination to succeed is the real story.”―The Aquarian

"[Nikki] writes it in a way where the reader feels like they're there."―Dr. Phil

"This book is so exciting...I love the backstory of [Nikki's] life...What a great book."―Matt Pinfield, "New & Approved"

“[The First 21] explores how [Nikki Sixx’s] hand-to-mouth upbringing made him hungry to see his rock-band dreams come to fruition…thoughtful glimpses into the backstory of a very determined musician.”―Kirkus Reviews

“[Nikki Sixx] follows his searing memoir, The Heroin Diaries, with an equally exhilarating look at the first 21 years of his life… Fans will relish this passionate look at the man behind the hair.“
―Publishers Weekly

“The First 21: How I Became Nikki Sixx, is an up-and-comers blueprint to creating one of the biggest bands ever."―The Festivals Hub

“A fascinating read, one that Sixx tells with candor and an awareness of self that few possess.”―Audio Ink Radio

“This is a profound true story finding identity, of how Frank Feranna became Nikki Sixx. It's also a road map to the ways you can overcome anything, and achieve all of your goals, if only you put your mind to it.”―BraveWords

“[The First 21 is] illuminating and insightful… very honest – painfully so.”―Cleveland.com

"This is Sixx’s origin story, filled with adventures and misadventures as well as a surprising amount of warmth that puts flesh and heart into the miscreant image he cultivated."―Macomb Daily

“There’s surprisingly no shortage of new stories to behold here. Perhaps the most fascinating are the lesser known ones; Sixx finally dives deep into the history of pre-Crüe acts such as Sister and London, and working with the likes of W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless (among others)…. Do yourself the favor of getting to know [Sixx] a little better by reading this book, and you might just be glad you do.”―Rewind It Magazine --This text refers to the hardcover edition.

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Nikki Sixx is an international rock icon, founding member of Mötley Crüe and Sixx:A.M., three-time New York Times best-selling author (with The Heroin Diaries, This Is Gonna Hurt, and Mötley Crüe’s The Dirt), philanthropist, photographer, and addiction recovery advocate. Sixx had the #1 nationally syndicated rock radio show, Sixx Sensewith Nikki Sixx on iHeart Media, for eight years. In March 2019, Sixx premiered Mötley Crüe’s hit Netflix biopic, The Dirt, based on the band’s 2001 autobiography. --This text refers to the hardcover edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0978GXXHZ
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hachette Books (October 19, 2021)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 19, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 47419 KB
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Born Frank Feranna, Nikki Sixx grew up in Seattle and moved to Los Angeles at the age of seventeen. There, in 1981, he became the bassist for M??tley Cr??e, the legendary rock band he started with friend Tommy Lee. Today he is a family man with many projects on the side, including songwriting, film, a new band, a clothing line, as well as ongoing work with the Cr??e.

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je_jackson

Journey of a Creative Genius

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2022

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Very interesting read about the life and times of one of the most well-known rock gods ever to live on the planet. I haven't finished it yet, but so far it is really engaging and delves into what drives Nikki's amazing, creative mind once he learned to channel all that energy into his music. One wonders if he had ever founded one of the most rocking bands on earth if it weren't for his scattered childhood, filled with insecurity and rarely a sense of belonging, invaded by feelings of abandonment that turned to rage and drug addiction. Kudos to this man who one day saw the light and decided to do the work to get clean. I don't know if this book explores that like Heroin Diaries does, but it does provide insight into his state of mind as he tried to cope with dysfunctional family problems that were not his fault. Rock on Nikki, you are an inspiration to millions who are trying to shed their demons and learn how to love themselves.

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EJW

I first saw Motley in 1983 17 days after Shout @ the Devil was released

Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2022

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This is a pretty good book with good stories and gives you a bit more insight into who Nikki is. I enjoyed the book and it was a pretty quick read because I wanted to keep going each time I picked it up.
I felt like there was a lot more that he wanted/should have put in the book. I had a feeling that there was a "breakthrough" coming at some point but it never happened. Clearly, Nikki is comfortable where he is in life and grateful for where he is.
I think he has become a conservative thinking man and maybe even finding that he would rather cry out to God than shout at the devil and I hope he gives into that. It doesn't mean he can't still rock (Alice Cooper, Dave Mustaine, Blackie Lawless) but imagine what Go could do with Nikki's life.

Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2022

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Nikki Six is a great author, all of his books are equally great, this was an interesting story, it really makes me
want to go visit all of the places that he used to play in California.

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Pruitts

A present for wife - I guess she likes it.

Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2022

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A present for wife - I guess she likes it.
But i think it was more of a 'just to have it' want, so i wanted her to be happy, so she now has it.
Is she happy??
You tell me. ;^$

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Tom

From a gentleman I watched and listened to in the 80's who has changed his life for the better

Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2021

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Purchased this based upon what Nikki has accomplished and the fact he's influenced my musical life greatly. What he's done to change his direction and quality of life is amazing. Sobriety is not a popular subject; however, I believe his message will be better heard based upon having been through the nightmare of cleaning up and now moving ahead at warp.

Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2021

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I really enjoyed reading this book. Read the whole thing in 1 day. I highly recommend reading it

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Mel Klaus

Wow what a book

Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2022

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I loved this book. Nikki really makes you feel like your right there with him. His life was rough but he came out to become a legend. A very good book take the time to read it.

Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2022

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Really enjoyed reading this book and his other book. Interesting how he put the band together. And liked reading about his childhood.

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Brelynn

Awesome!

Reviewed in Canada on November 20, 2021

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Outstanding book! If you have already read his other books including the dirt, and the heroin diaries she will not be disappointed! Nikki Sixx has an unbelievable talent in expressing his life, sorrow, and pain, not only in music, but as a storyteller in all artistic works!

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Grant

The first 21: by Nikki Sixx

Reviewed in Canada on January 19, 2022

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I've read the Dirt 4 times since I discovered it and have recommended it to several people who have loved it. I found this book tame in comparison. Nikki had an average life before becoming a big rock star and was a little disappointed that I didn't learn much more about him. It was still a good read but left me craving more of the debauchery that made the dirt so good. Would be down for more dirt and stories on the road.

Sixxcrow

The creation of a Rock Legend

Reviewed in Canada on December 5, 2021

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It was great to go deeper into the vague stories you’ve heard throughout Nikki’s life and career. It just shows if you fight hard for what you believe in, your dreams will come true.

Shelley Sikorski

Nikki Sixx Doesn’t write a “bad” book!

Reviewed in Canada on November 3, 2021

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I have yet to read a book from Nikki Sixx that doesn’t grab you from the first sentence. Not only gifted in songwriting, he is a very gifted author.

Julie A

Incredible.

Reviewed in Canada on October 30, 2021

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This book was every bit as good as The Dirt and The Heroin Diaries. As a lifelong fan, it was great to read about his life before Motley. A lot of what we knew about him makes more sense now. I’m might be an even bigger fan now. Highly recommend.

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