The Story of Classic Rock
  • The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
  • The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
  • The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
  • The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
  • The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers
The History of Classic Rock - Historic Newspapers

FOLLOW the story of Classic Rock from 1967, told through authentic newspaper reports. Relive the beginnings of The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin, how Queen and Pink Floyd shook stadiums, iconic albums and more. Choose a cover and personalise your book with a name and message to create a unique gift.

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About this book

JANUARY 1969 — The record shops are buzzing, the airwaves alive with anticipation. Led Zeppelin’s debut album hits the shelves … the first notes of “Good Times Bad Times” roar out of every speaker! I can barely believe it. Critics and fans alike are stunned by the sheer power, the guitar riffs, the thunder of Bonham’s drums. After months of building a reputation on stage, the world finally hears them — and it hits like a storm.

Follow the story of classic rock through a book of authentic newspaper articles, curated from authentic reports dating back to the 1960s. This edition charts the rise of rock — exactly as it was reported at the time.

Featuring:

– The thunderous beginnings of The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin
– Queen and Pink Floyd shaking stadiums with unforgettable anthems
– Milestones that defined the genre and influenced generations
– Insights into the rise of Album-Oriented Rock and radio culture
– Highlights from iconic tours, albums, and legendary performances

Choose from a range of book covers and personalise your copy with a name and message to transform it into a unique keepsake. Whether for a classic rock fan, a music history enthusiast, or someone who lived through the era — you hold not just a gift, but a piece of rock history ready to be passed on.

Archivist insight: We reproduce these newspaper articles from scan archives. In some cases, there’ll be blemishes and the reproduction quality might not be as clear or precise as it was in the original paper.

Size & Quality

Origin: Printed in the UK

Cover: Hardback

Size: Tabloid (29.8 cm x 36.4 cm)

Pages: 160+

Paper source: Our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.

How is this book personalised?

Name: first name up to 13 characters, and an optional surname up to 13 characters, printed on the cover.
Gift Box: optional (see image for an example of our gift boxes)
Personal message: use the prewritten dedication, or write one for us to print, which will appear on the first page.

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