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Hit Me with Your Best Shot: The Ultimate Guide To Karaoke Domination | 
 enlarge | Author: Raina Lee
Creator: Michael Perry
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Category: Book
List Price: $12.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 285063
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 160
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 6.4 x 5 x 0.6
ISBN: 0811861406
Dewey Decimal Number: 783.043
EAN: 9780811861403
ASIN: 0811861406
Publication Date: April 30, 2008
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Product Description
When karaoke calls, get ready to steal the show. Karaoke Queen Raina Lee helps beginners and veterans conquer stage fright, pick songs to showcase vocal talent (or disguise a lack thereof), and master their moves (mic twirls, Mick Jagger kicks, etc.). She turns what can be a terrifying social rite of passage into a party no one wants to miss. With lists of the best songs for all occasions, advice from World Karaoke Champions, awesome hand-drawn typography and illustrations, plus party scene snapshots of people singing their hearts out, this pocket-size resource will turn up the volume on happy hour. Rock on.
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This book is fun and entertaining, just like its subject! July 4, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I love to sing karaoke even though I'm not very good, and this book is a boon to me! Author Raina Lee does an excellent job of researching the origins of this performative pastime as well as uncovering some of the lesser known and arcane chapters in its ongoing history. An exhaustive yet fun exegesis on all things karaoke related, it includes great photos, hilarious themed songlists and even reviews and rundowns of the best and most unique karaoke venues in the country. This book is absolutely necessary for anyone interested in karaoke, from the casual I'll-only-sing-if-I'm-drunk dipper to the serious American Idol wannabe. Plus the author is cute. I love this book!!!
karaoke domination = brilliant July 3, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Raina is both sincere and hilarious which makes the book even better... ironic karaoke would be waaaaaaaay to easy... and Michael Perry's design/illo's rock the hutspa.
 not for backup singers July 3, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
Ms. Lee truly has proven herself to be THE karaoke queen with Hit Me With Your Best Shot! In it, she reveals many karaoke secrets and tips sure to enlighten all levels of public crooners, from the practiced pro to the ingenue. A mid-level performer myself, I especially enjoyed reading about the karaoke singer "types". Hilarious and all true!! The suggested song lists were helpful too.
Since I'm not big on reading, I liked how the book was broken up into manageable chunks, with funny drawings and quotations throughout. Also, I'm a huge fan of quizzes, and apparently Ms. Lee is too because she had one in the book!
The only downsides to the book were that I wished it included a CD with some of the songs Ms. Lee recommended. Also, the karaoke bars that Ms. Lee reviewed didn't really cover the Pacific Northwest. It would have been nice to have a more comprehensive list.
All in all, a very humorous read and I already have a couple of friends in mind that I might buy it for.
The Official Karaoke Bible July 2, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
It amazes me that a great karaoke book took this long to come out. As a seasoned karaokian(?), I can say that there really is no stone left unturned in this book. Song lists, drink recipes, karaoke history, a glossary - everyone has something to gain from the pages of this book.
Other bonuses: nice paper stock, funny pictures, and super-happy artwork. But my favorite? Its size. Small enough to carry as a guide or give as a gift, yet bold enough to claim real estate on my coffee table.
I almost feel bad for only paying eight bucks for it...
Do you know an American Idol? Perfect Gift! July 2, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is perfect for that person in the office who thinks he's on American Idol! introduce him to karaoke! the history section is really funny, but most useful is the section of recommended playlists, so you're never clueless what to sing.
There's also some insider knowledge on where karaoke videos come from, and the origins of the karaoke home machine. Raina breaks down the archetypes of the karaoke singer. I must know someone from EVERY description. It's hilarious...truly great writing! Great gift for any music lover or karaoke freak!
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