Multi-instrumentalist and drummer extraordinare Joe Vitale is doling out backstage passes! Set for November publication, BACKSTAGE PASS is the title of his upcoming book in which he shares stories gleaned from 40+ years touring and recording with the likes of Joe Walsh, the Eagles, Foreigner, Dan Fogelberg, Peter Frampton, Ted Nugent, Neil Young, and of course, Crosby, Stills & Nash among many, many others. Personally signed copies are now available for pre-order.

What else is Joe up to? Well, he tells us his forthcoming album “Speaking in Drums” is in the last mixing stages and will roll out any day now. He’s also been busy helping to produce his son Joe Vitale Jr’s new disc.

We’re planning to catch up with Joe when he comes through Europe supporting Stephen Stills’ solo tour next month. The guys kick off October 1st on the continent before heading to the U.K. for a two-week stint. View tour dates at stephenstills.com.