The Long Ride Home: A Life in the Minnesota Music Scene

THE LONG RIDE HOME is the intriguing story of a Minneapolis soul singer doing his best to thrive in clubland. This eye opening book is penned by one of the most recognizable voices in the Twin Cities music scene, Mick Sterling, and is filled with moments of insight, surprising tenderness, dry humor and confessions from a singer who's played thousands of gigs in everything from smoky bars to huge outdoor festivals. THE LONG RIDE HOME is an introspective for everyone who enjoys live music featuring interviews from the most recognizable Twin Cities music icons. You'll never watch a band on stage in quite the same way again.

Mick Sterling has been a fixture on the Twin Cities music scene since 1988. He has performed an average of 225 nights a year, mainly based in the Midwest area. He has been the frontman for the influential Soul and R&B band, Mick Sterling and the Stud Brothers. He has released multiple CD's, both live and studio recordings. He is the founder of the groundbreaking charitable event Heart & Soul, a benefit that enhances the lives of children through the power of music.