A Brief History of Rock, Off the Record

A Brief History of Rock, Off the Record provides a concise introduction to rock music and culture. It is an easy to read and vivid account of the genre, written by one of rock's leading critics.

Author: Wayne Robins
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 08/27/2007
Pages: 326
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 8.99h x 6.09w x 0.67d
ISBN: 9780415974738

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2007 pg. 715

About the Author

Wayne Robins is a noted writer on rock and social history. From 1972-75, he was the Editor-in-Chief of the influential rock magazine, Creem, working with such legendary writers as Dave Marsh, Greil Marcus, and Lester Bangs. From 1975-94, he served Pop Music Critic for Newsday, where he was among the first to profile artists ranging from Madonna to Billy Joel. He is the author of several books, including 1968, a history of the music and culture of that seminal year. He currently works for Billboard magazine.