Rumours of My Demise by Evan Dando review – eye-popping tales of drugs and unpredictability

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Evan Dando's 'Rumours of My Demise' is a scathing, unflinching account of his life - and career - that reads more like a laundry list of near-fatal escapades than a memoir. At its core, the book revolves around Dando's propensity for self-destruction, which has become a hallmark of his persona.

The singer's rise to fame as frontman of the Lemonheads was meteoric, with two critically-acclaimed albums in the early 90s that included a cover of Simon and Garfunkel's 'Mrs. Robinson', an era-defining hit that cemented Dando's status as a pin-up poster among college students.

However, it wasn't long before mainstream success turned to dust, as Dando succumbed to his addiction to heroin, cocaine, and amphetamines. His antics became notorious - including sabotaging a show designed to impress investors, hanging around Oasis during their heyday, and even writing a song with Noel Gallagher that was subsequently removed from an album due to its 'embarrassment'.

Dando's disconnection from reality is striking, but the writer fails to pin down any single root cause for his self-destructive tendencies. His parents' divorce seems to have been navigated without issue, and a childhood predisposition to sleepwalking has since been overcome.

Instead, it appears Dando's problem lies in his general lack of motivation - a trait that even earned him expulsion from private school at the tender age of 14. This is reinforced by his struggles with anxiety and depression, which have contributed significantly to his downward spiral.

Dando's writing is often described as laconic and witty, but this is tempered by an underlying sense of self-loathing and desperation. At one point, he admits that if he could go back in time and offer advice to himself, it would be to 'be less of a dick'.

Despite the book's candid portrayal of Dando's struggles, there's something oddly endearing about him - perhaps due to his unapologetic honesty or the fact that he's simply too charismatic to dislike.

Ultimately, 'Rumours of My Demise' is an uncomfortable read, both for its frank depiction of addiction and Dando's self-inflicted torment. It raises more questions than answers, but one thing is clear: Evan Dando has been living on borrowed time for far too long - and it's a wonder he hasn't succumbed to his demons yet.
 
I gotta feel for this guy 🤗. Like, his life story sounds like something out of a movie, you know? All these wild parties and near-fatal escapades... it's crazy how one bad habit can spiral into so much more 😳. And I'm not gonna lie, 'Rumours of My Demise' is definitely an uncomfortable read - but in a weird way, it's kinda mesmerizing too 💥. Dando's just so unapologetically himself, even when that means being brutally honest about his demons 🤖. It's like he's saying, "Hey, I messed up my life, and here's the receipts." And honestly, I'm both fascinated and repelled by him at the same time 😅. Like, can we root for someone who's clearly struggling so hard? At the same time, it's hard not to judge him too much 🤔. But hey, his charisma is real - even if he does say some pretty cringeworthy stuff about himself 😂.
 
I gotta say, reading about Evan Dando's life is like watching a train wreck that you can't look away from 🚂😵. The way he self-destructs is just so...humanizing? I mean, we've all made mistakes and poor decisions at some point, but Dando's done it on a grand scale 💥. It's hard to pinpoint what's the root cause of his struggles, but his lack of motivation and anxiety/depression issues are definitely contributing factors 🤯.

It's also crazy to see how he's been able to maintain this charming, charismatic persona despite all the craziness that's gone on in his life 😎. And that quote about being "less of a dick" is just so...Evan Dando 💁‍♂️. Overall, 'Rumours of My Demise' is like an uncomfortable hug from a crazy ex - it'll leave you feeling both grossed out and strangely invested in the person's story 😳.
 
lol what a wild ride this book is 🤯 evan dando sounds like the ultimate bad boy of grunge, always pushing limits but somehow still charming enough to get away with it 🕺 his addiction struggles are insane though, like seriously how many close calls can one person have? 🤦‍♂️ i kinda feel bad for him, not gonna lie 🤗 the book is definitely a page-turner and gives you some serious perspective on the highs & lows of fame...or in evan's case, the complete lack thereof 😔
 
I'm not surprised by Evan Dando's struggles with addiction and self-destruction. I mean, have you seen his music? He's always been the edgy type 🤘. But what really gets me is how his past keeps coming back to haunt him. Like, he writes a song with Noel Gallagher and it ends up getting removed from an album because of its 'embarrassment'? Talk about taking yourself too seriously! 😂 On a more serious note though, I think it's great that he's speaking out about his struggles with anxiety and depression. It's not always easy to talk about those things, but he does it in this book with such honesty and wit. The only thing that would've made the book better is if he'd shared some of his more positive experiences too - you know, the good stuff that balanced out all the darkness. Still, I love how unapologetic he is about his demons. It's refreshing to see someone own up to their struggles like that 💯
 
🤔 i think what i find most fascinating about this guy is that despite all these warnings signs, he just never seems to be able to shake off the destructive tendencies 🚨. its like he knew exactly how to sabotage himself, and he did it anyway 😂. but at the same time, you can't help but feel kinda bad for him? like, he's just so charming and witty that you want to root for him even though he's clearly a mess 🤷‍♂️.
 
I'm not sure I agree with this assessment of Evan Dando's book... 🤔 He's definitely written about some wild stuff, but I don't know if I'd call it "scathing" or unflinching. It feels more like he's trying to make sense of his life and figure out what went wrong, rather than just being all about the drama. And yeah, his addiction struggles are super relatable, but maybe that's not something you can put a root cause on? 🤷‍♂️ Also, I kinda love that he's still got that "dick" comment - it shows he's not afraid to be honest with himself, flaws and all. 😊
 
I'm tellin' ya, this dude Evan Dando's life story sounds like a movie script written by someone who's really good at crafting drama 😂. I mean, the guy's got a laundry list of near-fatal escapades that'll make you wonder how he even made it out alive. But what's up with all these self-destructive tendencies? Is it the music industry, his upbringing, or just plain ol' laziness? 🤔

And don't even get me started on the whole Oasis thing... like, what was he thinking? 😂 Did he really think hanging around those guys would help him? I mean, Noel Gallagher's not exactly known for being a role model.

But you know what the weirdest part is? Despite all his demons, there's something kinda endearing about this guy. Maybe it's because he's just too charismatic to dislike? 🤷‍♂️ Or maybe it's because we can all relate to his struggles with anxiety and depression... yeah right, said no one ever 😂.

Anyway, I gotta admit, 'Rumours of My Demise' is a wild ride. It's like he's giving us a front-row seat to his trainwreck of a life. 🚂 Just be prepared for some uncomfortable reading material... trust me on that one 👀
 
OMG, I'm so done with Evan Dando's wild ride 🤯! His story is like a train wreck that you can't look away from 😬. It's crazy how he went from being this huge star to barely holding it together 💔. And those party stories? Wild 🎉. But at the same time, I feel bad for him - his lack of motivation and struggles with anxiety and depression are super relatable 🤕. Maybe we can all learn a thing or two from his honesty about being more self-aware? 🤷‍♀️ Anyway, I'm glad he's sharing this stuff now, even if it's uncomfortable to read 📚.
 
I mean, Evan Dando's autobiography sounds like a trainwreck that you can't look away from . The guy was basically just coasting through life, partying hard, and making some questionable decisions along the way . It's weird how someone so charming on stage could be self-destructive off it. I guess that's what happens when you're addicted to more than just your music. His writing style is definitely...laid-back , but there's something about his honesty that makes him hard to dislike. Maybe it's because he owns up to being a bit of a jerk, and that takes balls . The book raises some good points about the struggles with addiction and mental health, even if it doesn't provide all the answers. Overall, I think Evan Dando's story is pretty wild, but also kind of heartbreaking 🤯
 
Ugh I dont know how someone so talented can have so many screws loose lol 🤯 like evan dondo is literally the poster child for "dont do drugs" but at the same time you cant help but feel bad for him 😔 he sounds like a total wild card and i love that about him 🤪 its like he's this toxic mess and u want to read more just cuz hes so intriguing 💁‍♂️
 
I just finished reading about Evan Dando's new book "Rumours of My Demise" 🤯📚, and I gotta say, the dude is a mess 😂. He's got this whole self-destructive thing going on, and it's crazy to think he was once this super charming frontman for the Lemonheads 💁‍♂️.

I mean, who can't relate to struggling with addiction or feeling lost? 🤷‍♀️ It's like he's trying to tell us, "Hey, I'm just like you guys, I've got anxiety and depression too... but also, let's get high and party all night 😂". His honesty is admirable, I guess, but sometimes it feels like he's being a bit too honest 🤔.

I think what really gets me is how hard it is to pinpoint exactly why he behaves the way he does. It's like, if only we knew his secret recipe for self-destruction, right? 🍰 The writer doesn't seem to have any answers either, and that just makes it even more frustrating.

All I know is, I'm glad Evan Dando is finally sharing his story, because if anyone can help us understand what went wrong, it's him 💡. Maybe this book will be a wake-up call for all of us who need a little reminder to take care of ourselves 🙏.
 
OMG 🤯 I just finished reading this book about Evan Dando's life and I'm still reeling from the experience 😲. I mean, the guy's been through so much - like, who else can say they've hung out with Oasis and written a song for Noel Gallagher? 🤷‍♂️ But at the same time, it's hard not to feel a little bad for him, you know? He's just so brutally honest about his struggles with addiction and depression... it's like he's giving us all a harsh reminder that we're all just one wrong move away from disaster 😱.

And I love how he's not trying to sugarcoat anything - the writing is always witty and laconic, but there's also this underlying sense of self-loathing and desperation that's just heartbreaking 🤕. But what really got me was when he admitted that if he could go back in time, he'd tell himself to "be less of a dick" 😂. I mean, can't we all relate to that at some point? 💔

Anyway, I don't know what the author's intentions were with this book, but I think they've done Evan Dando a disservice by not really digging deep enough into his psyche... or maybe it's just that I want more of this raw, unfiltered honesty from him 😒. Either way, 'Rumours of My Demise' is definitely an uncomfortable read, but in a good way? 🤔
 
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