TMI

An intimate, behind-the-scenes glimpse into life as the rhythm guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of the all-female, multi-platinum-selling band the Go-Go’s—both onstage and off.

The Go-Go’s were the first all-woman rock group to hit number one on the Billboard charts while playing their own instruments and performing original songs. As guitarist and lyricist, Jane Wiedlin helped define that revolution. In her memoir, she shares the raw, unvarnished journey of an artist who overcame it all.

From the early L.A. punk scene, Jane’s song “Our Lips Are Sealed” catapulted the band to fame. The Go-Go’s hit dizzying heights, only to splinter apart in a whirlwind of touring, tension, and chaos rivaling any band of the era. Yet Jane’s story goes far beyond the stage.

TMI is a vivid account of rock excess and Hollywood drama. Jane opens up about childhood tragedy, mental health struggles, shattered relationships, and her own relentless reinvention. She tells how she taught herself music from scratch, worked as a “slave” in a world-famous BDSM dungeon, and became the world’s first atheist minister. Through it all, Jane Wiedlin’s story is as candid, defiant, and unforgettable as the music that defined a generation.

• An inspiring, revelatory and introspective memoir from one of pop’s most enduring iconoclasts. I loved every minute of it. What a read. What a woman. What a life.
  Shirley Manson
• A thrilling and nakedly honest work, TMI is actually just the right amount of the best information! From good girl to wild child to rock icon, our pixie heroine Jane bravely takes us through this marvelous and sometimes harrowing journey with her quirky and oddball sense of humor and heartbreaking sincerity.
  Margaret Cho
• TMI is a must-read memoir. A detailed and colorful look into the real origin story of the Go-Go’s, and an entertaining, healing journey. Jane’s honesty Jane’s honesty will empower you to embrace yourself, or at least try. I hope every young and old person has a chance to read it.
  Lisa Loeb
• I love hearing stories about The Go-Go’s, especially from an actual Go-Go. Jane Wiedlin is a captivating person, a brilliant, true punk rock musician. A genius songwriter. Is there anything cooler than the LA punk scene in the late 1970s?  TMI is so fascinating and fun.
  Fred Armisen