Brunning, Bob

Provides a decade-by-decade look at popular music genres and performers from the 1960s through the 1990s, and includes photographs and brief articles on music-related events and topics.

Examines notable recording artists of the heavy metal movement, including AC/DC, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, Alice Cooper, Iron Maiden, Kiss, and Van Halen.

Highlights the influence of some well-known personalities in the early history of rock music, including Chuck Berry, Fats Domino, Bill Haley, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, and Little Richard.

Examines notable singers and bands of the 1980s, including Dire Straits, Michael Jackson, Elton John, Madonna. and the Police.

Highlights the influence of some of the important performers on the popular music scene in the 1970s, including the Bee Gees, David Bowie, Eric Clapton, the Eagles, and the Sex Pistols.

Highlights the influence of some of the important performers on the popular music scene in the 1960s, including the Beach Boys, the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Pink Floyd, the Rolling Stones, Simon and Garfunkel, the Who, and Stevie Wonder.

Highlights some of the most influential stars on the reggae scene, including Aswad, Dennis Brown, Burning Spear (Winston Rodney), Prince Buster, and Bob Marley.