Title: A brief history of rock, off the record /
Authors: Robins, Wayne.
Publisher: Routledge,
Year: 2008
Subjects: Rock music History and criticism
Abstract: The birth of rock 'n' roll signaled the blossoming of a new teenage culture, dividing generations and introducing a new attitude of rebellion and independence. From Chuck Berry to the Beatles, from punk rock to hip hop, rock 'n' roll has continuously transformed alongside or in reaction to social, cultural, and political changes. A Brief History of Rock, Off the Record is a concise introduction to rock history and the impact it has had on American culture. It is an easy-to-read, vivid account written by one of rock's leading critics. Pulling from personal interviews over the years, Wayne Robins interweaves the developments in rock music with his commentary on the political and social events and movements that defined their decades. --Publisher.
Contents: Introduction : What is rock 'n' roll? -- The 1950's : rock begins -- The 1960s -- The 1970s -- The 1980s -- The 1990s and beyond -- Discography : recommended listening.