Traces the history of rock and roll music from 1955 through 1970, and discusses the emergence of rock and roll music, the introduction of records and rock radio stations, teen idols, Motown, the revival of folk music in the 1960s, and other related topics.
Presents discographies and biographical information on rock musicians who were popular during the 1950s, including Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bo Diddley, and The Platters.
Places rock & roll music in historical perspective with the decade's top news stories, movies, TV shows, fads, and lifestyles. Hit records are listed by year, artist, popularity, and subject.
