Son of a Milkman

My Crazy Life with Tesla

By: Brian Wheat, Chris Epting - contributor, Joe Elliot - foreword

Narrated by: Brian Wheat

Tesla's Brian Wheat lifts the lid on living the rock 'n' roll life while struggling with anxiety, depression, and other issues seldom discussed by musicians.

Brian Wheat is far from your typical rock star. As bassist for the multi-platinum band, Tesla, he's enjoyed the spoils of success and lived the sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll lifestyle to the hilt. But it came at a cost, one that took years to repair.

In this deeply honest and utterly revealing memoir, Wheat sheds light on the many challenges he faces, including bulimia, weight issues, and the crippling anxiety and depression caused by his conditions. Just like the songs his legendary band made, this is no-nonsense, blue-collar storytelling at its best. While revealing the vulnerable human behind the bass guitar, this autobiography also offers tremendous stories of life on the road, and collaborations and encounters with legendary figures like his pals in Def Leppard, David Lee Roth, Alice Cooper, and Paul McCartney. Son of a Milkman will entertain, surprise, and inspire longtime fans of this enduring band.

©2020 Brian Wheat (P)2021 Tantor

Tesla the Fan all ovah again

Im not a book reader by any means so this audio book was right for me. Best part narrator was Brian Wheat. I have always been a Tesla fan from when I was 16 in 1980 something and seeing MTV smash or trash video of modern day cowboy. I loved it so much next day picked my buddy Scott drove to record store and bought the cassette. Been seeing Tesla every-time they play near me and buy all their music.
My favorite all time song is Rubberband on Bust a Nut, I just sing every time. I loved finding out Brian wrote this song. I have never listened to soulmotor but i will give it a listen. Brian this book was great I really felt like i was in the room with all the stories. I wish you Brian all the best with your health sucks getting old hahaha. I will going to the Fillmore show soon in Charlotte and cannot wait going with my 23 yr old daughter who shares a love with all things Tesla. Again Brian A+ on this book!!

Hilariously disjointed

the most hilarious book I ever listened to by a rockstar was Sebastian Bach's book.
Brian Wheat's book is a close second.
I think he and I would have been good friends based on his vocabulary and his completely out of left field writing style.
the book is kind of all over the place and you can tell his thoughts jump around a lot just like mine do.
I love the book I love his story and he's the type of guy that I would love to meet go out and have a few beers with and bust balls he's just that kind of guy.

Time well spent.

I really enjoyed the entire book. Even better that Brian Wheat him self narrated it. I hope to find and buy a hard copy.
James Kelly Ward

band story great, but.......

for a professional musician and the time in the studio throughout decades, ...his edits suck and are just as annoying as his well fed sloppy voice. I love it when the author reads! Danny Trejo added charm, Brian did not! at all!! love the band but Brian's ego took over many times left you kinda wanting to punch him in the mouth! really good story. I would highly recommend a average 2nd grader read it for you.

No way out

Loved this from start to finish. Brian doesn’t hold back and delivers a honest short and to the point story of his life and experiences with one of my favorite bands Tesla, that taught me bout the under appreciated inventor!