Waiting on the Moon

Artists, Poets, Drifters, Grifters, and Goddesses

De: Peter Wolf

Narrado por: Peter Wolf

In the tradition of classic collections of observations and musings such as Christopher Isherwood’s I Am a Camera and Truman Capote’s The Dogs Bark, Waiting on the Moon is a treasure trove of vignettes from a legendary musical figure whose career spans more than six decades and is still going strong.

Peter Wolf grew up in the Bronx, a child of “fellow travelers” whose artistic inclinations influenced both his love of music and his initial desire to become a painter. Stories of his loving and sometimes eccentric parents complement scenes depicting a very young Bob Dylan as he arrived on the Greenwich Village folk scene. Reflections on Wolf’s studies in Boston—where he shared an apartment with David Lynch—are braided with accounts of first love, an untraditional literary education, and early musical influences such as Muddy Waters.

After Wolf joined the J. Geils Band as their front man and his musical fame grew, he rubbed shoulders with other notables who left significant impressions on him, including members of the Rolling Stones, Sly Stone, Tennessee Williams, Alfred Hitchcock, and Van Morrison. Wolf’s marriage to Faye Dunaway is presented in a clear yet balanced and nuanced light.

Told with gentle humor and often heart-rending poignancy, the word portraits in Waiting on the Moon provide a revealing glimpse of artists, writers, actors, and musicians as they work—the creative forces that drive them to achievement; the demons they battle; the patterns of their human relationships. They are meant to inspire not only empathy but also admiration. Like Isherwood, Wolf remains “a camera with its shutter open.”

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2025 Peter Wolf (P)2025 Little, Brown & Company

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Waiting on the Moon is the page-turner of the decade. It’s as if my three favorite memoirs—The Kid Stays in the Picture, Running With Scissors, and Permanent Midnight—all got together and made a big, healthy, hilariously fucked-up kid who somehow managed to outdo them all.”—Peter Farrelly, Academy Award winning director and writer

"Arriving home from my 114th tour date, Peter's book has kept me wonderful company. As the eastern sun rises through my airplane window, the warmth of its rays reminds me of the love of life and living so beautifully expressed in his writing."—Bruce Springsteen

“This is the book I’ve been hoping Peter would write since we walked the streets of Paris together, back in the 20th Century. A true account of his life, love and music told with unique humor and rare humility.”—Elvis Costello

Always been a fan!

Loved listening to Peter Wolf tell his story. I have seen the JGeils perform once in my life that was with Prince and the Rolling Stones in LA yes that time! Anyways great listen !! Thanks Peter ! Good job!

a true rock star

loved this book, not a boring time to be had. love how peter reads the book

Peter Wolf’s heart felt narration

Fantastic book. A well written, entertaining, narrative of an American artist’s life. Peter’s narration is a fantastic benefit of the audio book.

Who knew Peter Wolf knew EVERYONE?

Anyone who only thinks of Peter Wolf as the singer of "Centerfold" and "Love Stinks" is missing out on a life filled with the most interesting people on the planet. From Bob Dylan to Merle Haggard, Wolf has had history with them all. This is his story.

A VOICE IN BOSTON

His voice and his stories took me to places I had never been before. It was a discovery. My children who are now adults and Boston born, followed him as huge fans.
I also knew a famous photographer, Marie Cosindas, who had photographed him and Faye when they were married. His anecdotes about these famous people and most particularly the musicians were an absolute delight. What surprised me the most was the vast number of books he had read and classical music that he actually enjoyed.
A good lesson for me about not putting people outside my circle in a box.
Keep writing, Mr. Wolf, you are gifted.

fantastic read

Peter Wolf knows how to tell a story. You feel like you were part of his life and escapades.

Whole Lotta Stories

So many cool and interesting tales from a great storyteller. Some of them seem too much to believe, but I suspect that Pete has luckily had many seemingly unbelievable experiences in his career, and we can enjoy hearing these inside stories. It was a fun listen.

Superb, surprising and not just for Geils fans

I hate spoilers, so suffice to say that Peter Wolf was everywhere, met everyone and walked away with some amazing tales. This isn’t your typical rock bio, and while far from being a tell-all, tells you what is needed to leave your jaw hanging. I came across a lot of amazing reviews and figured, how good could the story of the Freeze Frame guy be? So glad I gave this book a shot because it paid off. Surprisingly, the Geils guys barely have cameos, and I’m not sure they could compete with the icons Peter Wolf rubbed elbows with back in the day. My only complaint about this book is that it ended! If you’re a fan of ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s culture, or you just want an interesting read, grab this book now and thank me later.

Little Wolf is DELIGHTFUL!

As Muddy Waters bonded to such a likable character, you will also as you find yourself in a front row seat to the masters of the 20th century. Glad you took Grace O'Connor's advice and revealed the peaks and valleys of your storied life. From pub crawling with Mick Jagger to getting chased with a whip by Sly Stone and promoting young artists like Van Morrison, Peter Wolf regales us with the most interesting and entertaining tales from his personal experiences. (P.S. We let my 91-year-old mother-in-law borrow this book, and now she's in love with the author!)

Peter through the Looking Glass

Peter Wolf is the looking glass. At a quick glance he reflects that of a man but when you fall into him you enter a surreal journey - including the characters along the way. Whether you're a fan of Peter Wolf, the J Geils Band or not, this book is a backstage pass to any student of life and the decades Wolf endured. The book exemplifies the difference between Peter Wolf the frontman and Peter Wolf the human whom observed some of art and music's pivotal moments. It's a love story to music and a salute to all those he met and collaborated with.