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The Voice of the Purple Helmets - In His Own Words

by isleofman.com 7th July 2011
Do You Know Derry Kissack? released on Audio CD To thousands of motorcycle fans around the world, the dulcet tones of Derry Kissack are well known. For many years he was the voice of the infamous Purple Helmets, the hilarious two-wheel stunt team which performed at leading events including the Isle of Man TT. When Derry released his autobiography Do you Know Derry Kissack? No, But I Know a Fella Who Does, it was an instant hit. Now this entire fascinating story can be enjoyed on a 7-disc Audio Book read by the man himself, Derry Kissack. The autobiography is a stroke of pure genius, described by Derry as ‘full of trouser-bulging good fun, local stories and lies (sorry - flies on the wall observations) and sh*te of all sorts’. Derry traces his life story from birth in Crosby, in the Isle of Man, through his childhood, working life and, of course, his time with the Purple Helmets. It is filled with honesty, comedy and real human drama, including Derry’s battle with injury and illness. There are plenty of highlights – including some rare tales about a future King of England! The story will have you laughing and crying, and told in Derry’s unique style and famous voice, the audio book is essential listening, not just for bike fans, but for anyone interested in a genuine, human story of highs and lows. Explaining his decision to tell his life story, Derry said: "In 2002, I had a bit of a do in TT week and ended up in hospital after been taken roughly from behind by a German on the Mountain road - so I decided to jot down a few thoughts about me life whilst the grey matter could still recall a few adventures.” “I like to say that the book reveals the name of me first girlfriend and sloppy stuff like that, but it’s very interesting really. There’s a paragraph on sprockets I have put on the Honda 90 for TT so if that’s your interest this is the book for you,” he joked. Let one of the most familiar voices to real motorcycle fans tell you his fascinating and funny life story in this 7-disc audio book. Do You Know Derry Kissack? (7 Disc) Audio CD is Out Now, priced at ?19.99 and will be available fromleading video outlets or direct from Duke Video: Tel 01624 640 000, fax 01624 640 001 or email mail@dukevideo.com. Visit www.DukeVideo.com online. Ends
Posted by isleofman.com
Thursday 7th, July 2011 09:13pm.

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