Capitol Rock - by Mark Opsasnick (Paperback)

About the Book

CAPITOL ROCK: REVISED AND REMASTERED EDITION is a comprehensive cultural history of Washington, D.C. area rock and roll that focuses on the early era of rock music in the nation's capital (1951-1976).

Book Synopsis

CAPITOL ROCK: REVISED AND REMASTERED EDITION is a comprehensive cultural history of Washington, D.C. area rock and roll. Focusing on the early era of rock music in the nation's capital (1951-1976), author Mark Opsasnick combines overviews of the city's vibrant night club and teen club scenes of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s with detailed coverage of local bands and musicians that made a national impact, a collection that includes such legends as the Cherry People, the Fallen Angels, Danny Gatton, Jack Casady, Link Wray, Nils Lofgren, Punky Meadows, Roy Buchanan, and Roy Clark. Freshly arranged and fully updated, CAPITOL ROCK: REVISED AND REMASTERED EDITION will captivate any fan of rock and roll music.