The History of Rock & Roll, Vol. 2 1964–1977 by Ed Ward (Audioboo...

The History of Rock & Roll, Vol. 2 1964–1977 by Ed Ward (Audiobook)(Nonfiction)
Author: Ed Ward; Narrator: David Colacci
Full Title: The History of Rock & Roll, Volume 2: 1964–1977: The Beatles, the Stones, and the Rise of Classic Rock
Release Year: 2019
Length: 12h 50m
Genres: Music, History, Nonfiction, Cultural History, Classic Rock

This second volume of The History of Rock & Roll begins in February 1964, marking the moment The Beatles landed in New York City and ushered in a transformative era for music. Chronicling the years 1964 through the mid-1970s, it delves into one of the most vibrant periods of rock history, characterized by an immense outpouring of popular and groundbreaking music. Author Ed Ward, a renowned rock and roll historian, crafts an engaging narrative through colorful anecdotes, revealing behind-the-scenes stories of megastars, trailblazers, DJs, record executives, concert promoters, and producers. The book covers influential figures from Bob Dylan to Bill Graham, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Byrds, Aretha Franklin, and The Rolling Stones, among many others. It explores how diverse players, sounds, and trends converged to forge the iconic music that continues to resonate today. Ward's approach is both academic and conversational, offering an unbiased look at the rise and fall of bands and musical styles, while also highlighting the business aspects of music and the industry's shift towards LP records and album-oriented rock radio. The narrative continues up to the death of Elvis Presley, providing a comprehensive overview of rock's evolution from a teenage dance craze to a global industry.