--- product_id: 58077829 title: "Devils & Blue Dresses: My Wild Ride As a Rock and Roll Legend" price: "€ 18.78" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/58077829-devils-and-blue-dresses-my-wild-ride-as-a-rock store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Devils & Blue Dresses: My Wild Ride As a Rock and Roll Legend **Price:** € 18.78 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Devils & Blue Dresses: My Wild Ride As a Rock and Roll Legend - **How much does it cost?** € 18.78 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/58077829-devils-and-blue-dresses-my-wild-ride-as-a-rock) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description "A gifted writer with an original voice, Mitch Ryder first gained fame as the leader of the iconic rock group Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels. With hits such as "Devil With a Blue Dress On / Good Golly, Miss Molly," "Sock it to Me Baby," "Little LatinLupe Lu," and "Jenny Take a Ride," Mitch quickly rocketed to international fame. This resulted in a roller coaster ride of sex, drugs, celebrity, and rock and roll. Along the way it formed a legend who did it all. Here, Mitch emerges as a real person, one who wants nothing more than goodness--a fair person who loves his family and is amazed that they still love him despite his many mistakes. Readers learn how John Lennon saved Mitch's life, about Mitch's plan to kidnap a celebrity's son, of Percy Sledge's stage secret, and many other backstage tales."--Book jacket. Review: Wow- Midwest Truth and Honesty- Who Knew? - Wow- truth, honesty, warts and all. Truth and Honesty are a rare commodity in 2025. It isn't quite 1984 where 'Freedom is Slavery' and 'Ignorance is Strength' but we ain't far away. You just don't get truth and honesty nowadays- from anyone- but here it is. Extremely insightful and self aware- LOVED this book. It has all the hallmarks of a Midwest Kid who looks you right in the eye and tells you the truth. Like I said- you don't get much of that nowadays. Review: Loved the book - I've always loved Mitch's music and reading his story really got to me. I kinda know what he's talking about with no money, bad people in your life. Thank God my life is much better because I have control. It was clear that Mitch didn't have control on a lot of his life. Hey, we all make mistakes and somehow, he seems to have lifted himself out of it and I hope doing better. The way he tells his story, it's so easy to understand. Completely down to earth. There were moments of laughter and a lot sadness. I had a lot of his music from way back and lost a lot of things myself. Now I am collecting what I've lost and I love every single minute of his music. The story brings me a new light on his life. I never judge any one nor do I belittle someone who went through harsh times. He really had a cross to bear. Mitch, if you get to read any of these comments and reviews, I'll say this, God Bless Ya and thank you for all the music and thank you for sharing your life. Be well and stay safe. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,232,134 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #828 in R&B & Soul Artist Biographies #2,752 in Rock Band Biographies #4,536 in Rock Music (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 80 Reviews | ## Images ![Devils & Blue Dresses: My Wild Ride As a Rock and Roll Legend - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81IMR-GBcBL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow- Midwest Truth and Honesty- Who Knew? *by K***H on July 10, 2025* Wow- truth, honesty, warts and all. Truth and Honesty are a rare commodity in 2025. It isn't quite 1984 where 'Freedom is Slavery' and 'Ignorance is Strength' but we ain't far away. You just don't get truth and honesty nowadays- from anyone- but here it is. Extremely insightful and self aware- LOVED this book. It has all the hallmarks of a Midwest Kid who looks you right in the eye and tells you the truth. Like I said- you don't get much of that nowadays. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loved the book *by M***D on January 19, 2022* I've always loved Mitch's music and reading his story really got to me. I kinda know what he's talking about with no money, bad people in your life. Thank God my life is much better because I have control. It was clear that Mitch didn't have control on a lot of his life. Hey, we all make mistakes and somehow, he seems to have lifted himself out of it and I hope doing better. The way he tells his story, it's so easy to understand. Completely down to earth. There were moments of laughter and a lot sadness. I had a lot of his music from way back and lost a lot of things myself. Now I am collecting what I've lost and I love every single minute of his music. The story brings me a new light on his life. I never judge any one nor do I belittle someone who went through harsh times. He really had a cross to bear. Mitch, if you get to read any of these comments and reviews, I'll say this, God Bless Ya and thank you for all the music and thank you for sharing your life. Be well and stay safe. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Drugs, Sex and Rock and Roll *by B***D on May 28, 2012* Having completed Devil and Blue Dresses I would like to share my views. I remember Mitch Ryder from the 1960's. I enjoyed his high energy rock and r&b. I never saw him perform, and he became a footnote in the history of rock. Two months ago I heard a brief interview with Mitch on the radio. What struck me was he sounded like an intelligent person. He said he had completed his autobiography. I purchased the book. The book does not share a ghost writer. It is Mitch telling his own story. Mitch is not a gifted writer. To me the book is difficult to read because it seems disjointed. He will talk about his touring then drop in something about his children. Nonetheless, I got through it. Mitch has had a hell of a life. To be honest, I'm surprised he is still alive. He is a survivor! Mitch talks about his "devils" drugs, sex and alcohol honestly. He talks about his relationships with four wives openly. Mitch makes no excuses. He explains clearly what the demons have done to him personally and with his wives and children. He also explains how the music industry screwed him as a young man and how he quickly learned to distrust the corporate power structure. Mitch's experience is no different than countless other rock stars who were taken advantage of by managers, record companies, lawyers and promoters. Rock stars had little experience with business contracts and lawyers. They were in the limelight, being adored by fans and enjoying success while record companies, etc. were reaping millions of dollars. When they were no longer useful they were discarded like yesterday's garbage. The reader who does not know much about Mitch's career will be surprised to learn all of this. Also, what amazed me was Mitch had a prolific career in Europe. He has recorded over 25 albums with several different bands. All I remember is his original band, the Detroit Wheels. I will search out some of his later music. He states that some of the things that were recorded later in his career were his best work. If you are a fan of Mitch Ryder or interested in the music of the 1960's you will enjoy the book Devils and Blue Dresses. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/58077829-devils-and-blue-dresses-my-wild-ride-as-a-rock](https://www.desertcart.be/products/58077829-devils-and-blue-dresses-my-wild-ride-as-a-rock) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-10-04*