Publisher's Synopsis
Loud and clear! This is the definitive compilation of the great metal bands over decades and their members. Short, concise and to-the-point info for quick reference, interview preparation, live shows and just great reading.
Heavy metal music emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s as a distinct genre of rock music characterized by its distorted electric guitar sound, powerful vocals, and emphasis on themes of power, rebellion, and the dark side of human nature.
The roots of heavy metal can be traced back to the blues-rock, psychedelic rock, and acid rock bands of the mid-to-late 1960s. These bands, such as Cream, Jimi Hendrix, and The Doors, experimented with heavier sounds and more intense stage performances, laying the groundwork for the development of heavy metal.
