The ultimate collection of tour posters, memorabilia, and merchandise from the greatest classic rock bands of all time: The Art of Classic Rock is unlike anything else on the market, and a must-have for anybody serious about rock and roll. A foreword by Alice Cooper and afterword by Elton John kick off this impressive tour through rock’s visual history, and vivid commentary from rock historian Paul Grushkin—author of The Art of Rock, The Art of Modern Rock, and The Official Book of the Deadheads—takes you through years with the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, the Who, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Queen, and more.

The Art of Classic Rock: Rock Memorabilia, Tour Posters, and Merchandise

Arts & Photography

Grushkin, Paul

John, Elton

Music

Harper

In the world of music, a car is inspiration, a symbol of freedom and style, and often a way to hit the road and get to the gig. From Robert Johnson’s “Terraplane Blues” to rapper Xzibit’s hit MTV show, “Pimp My Ride,” from pink Cadillacs and L’il Deuce Coupes and Roadrunners, cars have been a constant theme in rock-n-roll. Perhaps it’s because references to cars in American song are so pervasive that no one has ever attempted the daunting task of exploring the connection . . . until now. In this beautifully produced volume, best-selling music writer Paul Grushkin draws on renowned photographers, lauded poster artists, and top private archives to present a thematic illustrated examination of the remarkable 50-plus-year synergy between rock music and motoring, from early R&amp;B to surf to metal to punk to hip-hop. The result is astounding. Dozens of acclaimed photographers (including Steve Coonan, Jim Marshall, Henry Diltz, Glen E. Friedman, and Pamela Springsteen), illustrators (Stanley Mouse, Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, Darrell Mayabb, and Coop, among them), and poster artists (including Mark Arminski, Stainboy, and Kathleen Judge) have participated. Rockers like Elvis Presley, Eric Clapton, the Grateful Dead, Bruce Springsteen, Snoop Dogg, and Billy F Gibbons are just a few of the hundreds of artists whose associations with automobiles are celebrated here. The book is replete with anecdotes and commentary from famous musicians, as well as “ordinary” rock-n-rollers who’ve loved rock and cars equally with a passion.

Rockin' Down the Highway: The Cars and People That Made Rock Roll

Voyageur Pr

Whether or not you've heard every song in their catalog, spent countless hours learning the chords to "Casey Jones," or were one of millions lucky enough to have seen them live, odds are the Grateful Dead are not complete strangers to your world.
 Rock 'n' roll's seminal jam-band, the Grateful Dead were one of the planet's most successful touring rock bands to ever set foot on the stage. Formed in 1965 and disbanded after the death of Jerry Garcia, their lead guitarist, in 1995, the Dead entranced countless rabid fans with a mind-altering mix of no-rules songwriting, feel-good harmonies, and musicianship that took a backseat to no band.
 At the core of the Grateful Dead experience was the world’s most devoted fan base: Dead Heads. Addicted, in the best possible definition of the word, to the music and the experience, Dead Heads went to extraordinary, often inspiring, lengths to get their hands on concert tickets by mailing the band and its staff. After all, the only way to get tickets for the Dead was to go directly to the source. Most often, this took the form of letters (and envelopes) with personalized Dead artwork the likes of which the U.S. Postal Service had ever seen.
 Since the band's earliest days, Grateful Dead staff saved tens of thousands of decorated ticket-request envelopes sent to them by Dead Heads hoping to capture the ticketing staff’s attention with their mind-bending designs. These envelopes are inspirational and hugely insightful, not to mention brilliantly illustrated and unique within the world of rock. Now, for the first time in print, these unique pieces of art have found a home.
From author, rock historian, and the Dead Head of all Dead Heads, Paul Grushkin, Dead Letters: The Very Best Grateful Dead Fan Mail collects more than 300 of these mind-blowing envelope masterpieces, all presented in 14 thematic chapters. Fully authorized by the Grateful Dead, Dead Letters also includes, for further historical context, many rare historical photos and memorabilia, all creating a trip, as it were, down memory lane. A foreword from basketball legend (and supremely dedicated Dead Head) Bill Walton rounds out this one-of-a-kind package.
 The end result is a portrayal of the Grateful Dead as related by those who loved them the most -- a love song from fan to artist, all sealed with a stamp.

Dead Letters: The Very Best Grateful Dead Fan Mail

Biographies & Memoirs

Arts & Literature

Voyageur Press

Note: Size of the book is 4 x 4 3/8 inches From the 1950s through today, here is the complete visual history of the rock concert poster: the funkiest bills advertising Elvis, B.B. King, and Howlin' Wolf; the multicolored psychedelic hallucinations promoting the Grateful Dead, Dylan, and the Doors; the deliciously tasteless art for the Sex Pistols, Crime, and the Clash. From the Red Dog Saloon in San Francisco, where the psychedelic scene started, to CBGB, New York's punk Mecca, and beyond. 1,500 images searched out world-wide from clubs, attics, and bedrooms—as well as more formal collections—are reproduced in their original blazing colors. Replete with firsthand history—including exclusive interviews with scores of insiders, poster artists, musicians, and promoters—this is the ultimate high for the rock music fan, required reading for the poster collector, a treasure trove for the graphic artist, and a riotous feast for anyone who digs pop culture.

The Art of Rock Posters from Presley to Punk

History & Criticism

Abbeville Press

The best-selling visual history of the rock concert poster, now available at an irresistible price Electric, outrageous, erotic, rebelliousrock concert posters are the visual equivalent of the music they advertise. The Art of Rock traces the history of this energizing art form from the bold letterpress posters advertising Elvis’s early shows, through the multicolored fantasies of the psychedelic era, to the avant-garde collages of new wave and punk. More than 1,500 posters and other graphicstickets, backstage passes, buttons, handbillsare presented in their original blazing color (or their stark black and white, as the case may be). The text features dozens of exclusive interviews with musicians, concert promoters, and the poster artists themselves, including legends like Stanley Mouse, Alton Kelley, or Wes Wilsonwho also designed the cover of this book. A visual journey through thirty years of rock and roll, as well as a valuable reference, The Art of Rock is an essential volume for every music lover (and art lover).

The Art of Rock: Posters from Presley to Punk

A riotous feast of images that will give rock music fans a nostalgic high. Electric, outrageous, erotic, blatant, vital - 1,500 rock concert posters from the 1950s through today are reproduced in their original blazing colors in this complete visual history. It's the ultimate book for rock fans, poster collectors, or anyone who digs pop culture. 1,500 full-color illustrations, 100 black-and-white photographs.

Artabras

A collection of rock concert posters features some of the wildest, most creative art used to promote rock music.

Abbeville Pr

For 40 years Rob Roth has collected rare examples of rock tour posters, advertising posters, rock memorabilia, and original artwork. His vast spectacular collection has never been displayed publicly; only visitors to his spacious New York loft—visitors like Elton John and Alice Cooper—have glimpsed his amazing treasures. This lavishly produced volume presents some of the most vivid and exciting images from the rock world featuring classic artists like the Rolling Stones, Queen, Pink Floyd, the Who, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Alice Cooper, and David Bowie.

The Art of Classic Rock: Rock Memorabilia, Tour Posters and Merchandise from the 70s, 80s and 90s

Roth, Rob

Goodman

For many, the images lovingly catalogued in the pages of this book will evoke nostalgic memories of the blazing lights, drifting smoke and all-pervading audio power of the rock concerts of their youth. It is also, however, a lavishly produced presentation of some of the most vivid and exciting artwork from the rock world featuring The Rolling Stones, Queen, Pink Floyd, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Alice Cooper and David Bowie. Each section of the book features a particular band covering different tours and different albums to show how design and graphic styles changed and to provide an overview of rock history from the period. An introduction to the section puts the images in context, outlining the stage the bands and acts had reached in their development and discussing the art and artists. Each piece that is portrayed carries a caption describing exactly what it is, while items with a particular story to tell are accompanied by longer, more detailed texts.

The Art of Classic Rock

Goodman-Fiell

"Treasures of the Hard Rock Cafe: The Official Guide to the Hard Rock Cafe Memorabilia Collection" is a 300-page book that features more than 2,000 photographs and 60 pages of text commemorating the unrivaled collection of rock 'n roll memorabilia displayed at Hard Rock Cafes around the world. The book is printed on high-gloss paper stock, which further enhances the rich images. The book was released in 2001 in celebration of the Hard Rock Cafe's 30th anniversary. Through lush pictures supported by informative descriptive narratives, the book profiles famous rock icons, including Elvis Presley, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Aerosmith, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Madonna, and U2 with detailed notations regarding Hard Rock's memorabilia associated with each. The book takes a look back at how the first Hard Rock Cafe was transformed into one of the top global brands. "Our collection started when Eric Clapton gave the original Hard Rock Cafe in London his guitar to mark his favorite table," said Peter Beaudrault, President and CEO of Hard Rock Cafe International when the book was released. "A few days later, another guitar arrived with a note from The Who's Pete Townshend claiming that his was as good as Clapton's. And from there, Hard Rock's unrivaled memorabilia collection was born."

Treasures of the Hard Rock Cafe: The Official Guide to the Hard Rock Cafe Memorabilia Collection

Selvin, Joel

Rare Air Media

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The Art of Classic Rock: Rock Memorabilia, Tour Posters, and Merchandise

Rockin' Down the Highway: The Cars and People That Made Rock Roll

Dead Letters: The Very Best Grateful Dead Fan Mail

The Art of Rock Posters from Presley to Punk

The Art of Rock: Posters from Presley to Punk

The Art of Rock: Posters from Presley to Punk

The Art of Rock: Posters from Presley to Punk

The Art of Classic Rock: Rock Memorabilia, Tour Posters and Merchandise from the 70s, 80s and 90s

The Art of Classic Rock

Treasures of the Hard Rock Cafe: The Official Guide to the Hard Rock Cafe Memorabilia Collection