A Mind Blown is a Mind Shown is an irreverent musical memoir by Steve Krakow, also known as Plastic Crimewave. The book chronicles his journey from rural Illinois to Chicago and then to the music scenes of Japan and the UK.
- Musical memoir by Steve Krakow (Plastic Crimewave)
- Explores themes of music, travel, and counter-culture
- Features tales of rock gods and underground music scenes
- Author is the creator of the 'Galactic Zoo Dossier' 'zine
- Author writes the 'Secret History of Chicago Music' column for the Chicago Reader
- Author is also a bandleader, conductor of guitar orchestras, and festival booker