“A must-read for anyone inspired by the power and magic of Rock'N'Roll music."

-Tom Whalley, former head of A&R at Capitol Records and President of Warner Bros Records

"As the producer of some of Cheap Trick's biggest albums, Including Dream Police and Heaven Tonight, Tom helped take our songs from black-and-white to dazzling full color, just as he has with so many other bands over the years. now he gives us a peek behind the curtain at how some of the greatest albums in rock and metal were made."

Bun E Carlos, Cheap Trick
"As someone who worked with Tom during the 70s and 80s, Turn It Ip! resonates with me, bringing back memories of the highs and lows of the music industry. A must-read for anyone inspired by the power and magic of Rock'N'Roll music."

Tom Whalley, former head of A&R at Capitol Records and President of Warner Bros Records
In the late 1987 or early '88, an interviewer asked, 'Who's producing your next album?' our bassist, Bobby Dall, answered, 'We've decided to work with Tom Producer!' Everyone laughed until we realized that was like calling someone Joe Pro or Captain Obvious. But when you're dealing with Tom Werman, you are dealing with Tom Producer - The quintessential platinum record producer for rock bands."

Rikki Rockett, Poison
"Through all the craziness that came with working with Mötley Crüe in the 80's, there was one thing I could rely on, and that was Tom and the band to keep the music coming. Tom's memoir takes you on a journey to the heart of the music industry - passion, triumph, and unforgettable melodies, highly recommended."

-Doc McGhee, Manager of Mötley Crüe, Bon Jovi, and Kiss

MEET TOM

Tom Werman is a former record-industry executive and producer who worked with some of the biggest names in rock and metal during the 1970s and 80s. Shortly after joining Epic Records in 1970, he brought REO Speedwagon and Boston to the label, then discovered, signed, and produced Ted Nugent, Cheap Trick, and Molly Hatchet, among others. In the 1980s and 90s, as an independent producer, he worked with acts including Blue Öyster Cult, Mötley Crüe, Poison, LA Guns, Twisted Sister, Stryper, and Lita Ford. Following his retirement from the music industry, he owned and operated Stonover Farm, a luxury bed-and-breakfast in Lenox, Massachusetts. His productions have sold more than fifty million albums.

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