Joe Trohman - 'None Of This Rocks'

In the tradition of rockstar autobiographies, Joe Trohman's "None Of This Rocks" promises a candid and intimate look into the musician's journey through the highs and lows of the music industry. Unfortunately, what the book delivers is a dull and self-indulgent memoir that fails to live up to its potential.

From the outset, it's clear that Trohman is more interested in self-promotion than in truly opening up to his readers. His writing is superficial and lacks any real emotional depth, making it difficult to sympathize with his experiences. However he does mention his depression - many, many times. Whilst I do sympathise with him, I found it far too much. There was almost nothing about the music, more about what was going on inside his head. That's not why I read a book.

Furthermore, Trohman's tendency to focus on the minutiae of his career - and becomes tedious and repetitive. The book lacks any real narrative structure or pacing, leaving the reader feeling like they're simply slogging through a laundry list of Trohman's accomplishments.

Worse still, Trohman's writing is plagued by a juvenile sense of humor that often falls flat. His attempts at humor often feel forced and out of place, coming across more like a cheap attempt to appeal to a younger audience than a genuine reflection of his personality.

Overall, "None of This Rocks" is a disappointing read that delivers on its promise: this book, quite certainly, does not rock. While Trohman's fans may appreciate the insider perspective on his career, the book ultimately falls short of the standards set by other rockstar autobiographies.