A book about the life and music of Jimi Hendrix, one of the greatest rock guitarist of all time. It covers various key events throughout his metamorphosis from a misfit youngster growing up in poverty to his rise to international stardom, and from his days as a backup musician in the early 1960s to his appearances at the Woodstock rock festivals.

The ultimate cult band and the ultimate art rock experience, the Velvet Underground's music and style have served as a blueprint for everyone from David Bowie to The Jesus and Mary Chain. This work analyses the band's career and influence, drawing on interviews with band members and associates.

Details the incredible wealth of music the Beatles recorded but did not release, as well as film footage of the group. This work examines a huge amount of material, from unreleased studio outtakes, BBC radio recordings from 1962-1965, live concert performances, fan club Christmas recordings, and other informal demos done outside of EMI studios.

Eight Miles High documents the evolution of the folk-rock movement from mid-1966 through to the end of the decade.

Follow-up to 'Unknown Legends of Rock'n'Roll'. Includes FREE CD of exemplary songs by artists profiled in the book.

This book reveals how a diverse blend of styles, regions, and cultures swirled into the folk-rock revolution - infusing popular music with a controversial mix of literate lyricism, social consciousness, and rock 'n' roll rebellion. A richly woven narrative of firsthand stories and informed historical analysis, it covers all the key folk-rock innovators: Bob Dylan, the Byrds, Lovin' Spoonful, ...

A history of rockers from the 1950s to 1990s who did not become famous. It is based on the author's interviews with the musicians, and the companion CD contains 12 songs by a variety of unknown greats. There are stories of careers laced with triumph and disastrous business moves.