Let The Good Times Roll: The Star-Club founder tells his story. Paperback – April 10, 2020
One of the biggest frustrations in seeing books about the Beatles that did not formerly appear in the English language is the precious information that we were missing out on or not privy to and needed translation for. A potential remedy for that dilemma is either to learn the language the book is written in, or to have someone translate it for you. That is why I was so happy to eventually see the English edition of the book by former Star Club bouncer and part-time singer, Horst Fascher, issued back in 2010.
Prior to the issuance of the book in English it only appeared in Horst’s native German. I do collect some foreign language books as I do know some German but on a very limited basis. That is why when I purchase a foreign language book, it must be abundant in previously unseen photographs as the main source of appeal.
With this book the stories are just important as the photographs as it not only deals with the Beatles but stories about other prominent artists like Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Ray Charles and Bill Haley and Horst Fascher’s interactions with them. The book also deals with the stories of Horst singing with the Beatles backing him at the Star Club.
Charles Rosenay, knowing of my interest in acquiring signed copies of Beatles-related books for my collection was so kind in being able to secure a signed copy of this book by Horst for me! Thanks, Charles!
Saw these two Star Club performances which are reportedly Horst singing with the Fabs!
The Beatles – Live In Star Club: [3]: Hallelujah I Love Her So [Remastered 2025]
The Beatles – Live In Star Club: [1]: Be-Bop-A-Lula [Remastered 2025]
Amazon US edition of the book:
- Publisher : Independently published
- Publication date : April 10, 2020
UK edition of the book:
For some strange reason, the UK English paperback edition of the book does not seem to be available for purchase
Let The Good Times Roll: The Star-Club founder tells his story.: Amazon.co.uk: 9798615006289: Books
The back cover of the book:
Wikipedia background info about Horst:
KLAUS VOORMANN
One German book English language translation I have been clamoring and longing for a considerable amount of time is the Klaus Voormann collection of memories from his book Warum spielst du Imagine nicht auf dem weissen Klavier, John (Why Don’t you play Imagine on the white piano, John?) The book was once available on his website and occasionally on eBay!
I did obtain a signed autographed version of the German book, yet no English translation was ever issued as Klaus and his wife stated they were seeking the proper English translator for the task. Seeing that this disclosure was several years ago, it does not appear that we are ever going to see an English edition!
What a Shame, Mary Jane!!!
Hope you enjoyed the post!
Be healthy and be happy!
Buzz
