All diehard music fans relish the stories of the times before the Big Time, following the evolving line-ups of their favorite acts—the name changes, the false starts, the missed chances, and the lucky breaks. Rock Connections: The Complete Family Tree of Rock 'n' Roll  traces the last 50 years of music, covering the back stories of some of the biggest names in the business and charting how each band developed. Starting with the 1950s, each section in this informative, entertaining book covers a decade of music, and charts the progression of every major music scene—from Merseybeat to Madchester, New Wave to Nu Metal, and everything in between. Also included are in-depth articles tracing the development of top record labels and clubs (along with the stories of the bands who made them), and major music events, such as Monterey Pop Festival, Woodstock, and Live Aid. Evocative images by some of rock’s most acclaimed photographers are featured throughout, alongside a wealth of trivia boxes and lists that detail key albums from each era, required further reading, and recommended DVDs. Complete with reproductions of must-have music ephemera from rock's greatest concerts—posters, badges, and ticket stubs—Rock Connections is the ultimate compendium for anyone who wants to rock.