Recommendations for people who like Hit So Hard A Memoir Patty Schemel by Unknown Author
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This memoir captures the gritty, artistic landscape of New York City in the late 1960s and 1970s. Readers who appreciated Patty Schemel’s journey through the music scene will connect with Patti Smith's intimate portrayal of her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe and their struggles and successes in the art world.

Kim Gordon, co-founder of Sonic Youth, presents a compelling narrative about her experiences in the alternative rock scene, the challenges she faced, and her personal growth. Fans of 'Hit So Hard' will find a similar raw honesty and behind-the-scenes access into the life of a female musician in a male-dominated industry.

This memoir by the former guitarist of The Slits delves into her dynamic life as a musician during the punk rock revolution. Readers who enjoyed the honest and unflinching recount in Patty Schemel's memoir will appreciate Albertine’s candid reflection on her struggles with identity, creativity, and her role in shaping a musical movement.

For those intrigued by music as a form of resistance and cultural change, this book chronicles the punk rock scene in East Germany as a rebellious counterculture. It shares the raw energy and activism in a historical context, which resonates with the grit found in 'Hit So Hard.'

Moby's memoir offers a deep dive into the electronic music scene of the late 1980s and 1990s. Those who enjoyed the personal journey through music and its impact like in Schemel’s memoir will find Moby’s account of his experiences in New York’s club culture both relatable and inspiring.
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