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Rik Emmett's second collection originated during the dark limbo of COVID-19: 2021–22. Five parts go from autofictional narration to observations on the modern world, moving inside out, then outside in. Eventually, Leaning Into It looks beyond.
Leaning Into … what? The prevailing chaos of narcissistic, egotistical, patrimonial power-mongering lends these poems renewed vitality, as the author's frustration and disappointment with current undemocratic global politics play out.
How much leaning gets us a tiny bit closer to wisdom? Emmett favors the balatrones, jesters, fools, poets, comedians, and atheists in his social media feeds. "Power" ignores the balanced values of a sense of humor and a good-natured humility - but this poetry takes on the world as it is, ultimately leaning into hope. Emmett's second poetry book originated during COVID, 2021–22. Its five parts go from autofictional narration to observations on the modern world, moving inside out, and outside in, then beyond, ending in revelations of new song lyrics.
After a dozen platinum LPs from '75 to '88 with Triumph, Rik Emmett has released 20 more solo projects, ranging across genres. The avowed family man retired from touring but still writes and records. A Guitar Player magazine columnist for over a dozen years, he also taught with the Humber College music faculty for a couple of decades and now lives in Burlington, ON.
Sales and Market Bullets
• RIK EMMETT HAS STAR POWER: For over a decade, Rik Emmett was the lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist for the award-winning rock band Triumph. In 2019, Triumph was inducted into the Canadian Walk of Fame for its contribution to the Canadian music industry. Emmett's hit song with Triumph "Magic Power" made it to no. 8 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
• PRAISE FOR EMMETT'S WORK:
• "Those who have followed his career will recognize his wit and irreverence but might notice a new tone of introspection emerging in these pages. His fans everywhere will be delighted." - Adam Sol, author of Broken Dawn Blessings and How a Poem Moves: A Field Guide for Readers of Poetry on Reinvention
• "Reinvention is a captivating glimpse deep into the life and soul of one of our beloved rock 'n' roll heroes. With sharp wit, engaging storytelling, and an out-an-out vulnerability that will take you by surprise, drawing the tears right out of you, Rik Emmett has written a beautiful collection of poems that bravely define what it means to love and live fully." - Emm Gryner, three-time Juno nominee and author of The Healing Power of Singing: Raise Your Voice, Change Your Life
• "When you witness the mastery of Rik Emmett on stage, playing his guitar, singing his songs, it's hard to fathom that you have not yet seen the limits of his talent. You can't imagine that he could also be a brilliant writer and cultural explorer, too. Yet, you'll understand when you start reading Ten Telecaster Tales." - Terry Fallis, two-time winner of the Leacock Medal for Humour
Leaning Into … what? The prevailing chaos of narcissistic, egotistical, patrimonial power-mongering lends these poems renewed vitality, as the author's frustration and disappointment with current undemocratic global politics play out.
How much leaning gets us a tiny bit closer to wisdom? Emmett favors the balatrones, jesters, fools, poets, comedians, and atheists in his social media feeds. "Power" ignores the balanced values of a sense of humor and a good-natured humility - but this poetry takes on the world as it is, ultimately leaning into hope. Emmett's second poetry book originated during COVID, 2021–22. Its five parts go from autofictional narration to observations on the modern world, moving inside out, and outside in, then beyond, ending in revelations of new song lyrics.
After a dozen platinum LPs from '75 to '88 with Triumph, Rik Emmett has released 20 more solo projects, ranging across genres. The avowed family man retired from touring but still writes and records. A Guitar Player magazine columnist for over a dozen years, he also taught with the Humber College music faculty for a couple of decades and now lives in Burlington, ON.
Sales and Market Bullets
• RIK EMMETT HAS STAR POWER: For over a decade, Rik Emmett was the lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist for the award-winning rock band Triumph. In 2019, Triumph was inducted into the Canadian Walk of Fame for its contribution to the Canadian music industry. Emmett's hit song with Triumph "Magic Power" made it to no. 8 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
• PRAISE FOR EMMETT'S WORK:
• "Those who have followed his career will recognize his wit and irreverence but might notice a new tone of introspection emerging in these pages. His fans everywhere will be delighted." - Adam Sol, author of Broken Dawn Blessings and How a Poem Moves: A Field Guide for Readers of Poetry on Reinvention
• "Reinvention is a captivating glimpse deep into the life and soul of one of our beloved rock 'n' roll heroes. With sharp wit, engaging storytelling, and an out-an-out vulnerability that will take you by surprise, drawing the tears right out of you, Rik Emmett has written a beautiful collection of poems that bravely define what it means to love and live fully." - Emm Gryner, three-time Juno nominee and author of The Healing Power of Singing: Raise Your Voice, Change Your Life
• "When you witness the mastery of Rik Emmett on stage, playing his guitar, singing his songs, it's hard to fathom that you have not yet seen the limits of his talent. You can't imagine that he could also be a brilliant writer and cultural explorer, too. Yet, you'll understand when you start reading Ten Telecaster Tales." - Terry Fallis, two-time winner of the Leacock Medal for Humour