Stora Rock 'n' Roll-boken (with Bonus poster)

SVERIGES ROCKKUNGAR 1955 - 1963

by Börje Lundberg

ABOUT THE BOOK

Rock ´n´ roll was the latest music from America. Loved by teenagers, hated by their parents. Elvis was king but his Swedish followers soon also became kings of rock. Take your seat in this time machine and meet all those early rock 'n' roll stars including their queen: Rock-Olga, armed with a voice of steal. Experience the magic years when this new, revolting music thrilled the Swedish bourgeoisie.

This is the definitive book about the times when rock 'n' roll music conquered Sweden and made the early rock stars, beginning with Chris Lennert and Stickan Lundbeck, such as the unforgettable Jerry Williams. Rock-Ragge ruled in the beginning but soon Little Gerhard became Scandinavias foremost king of rock. Both were challenged by the girl's idol Boris though, while Burken tamed Nalens audience by playing on his accordion(!).

THE ARTISTS

Read about Rock-Rolf, White Bear, Rock-Benny, Little Gert, Rock-Nisse, Lille John, Jan Rohde, Gunnar Kinch, Rock-Olle, Percy Steele, Rockin´ Sam, Willy King, Rockande samen, Jean William and others. Of course Owe Thörnqvist, unique in his own, inimitable way, is not to forget. The book also features some other nordic kings of rock, such as Per-Elvis and Rock-Finn.

The book is based on many years of research and new interviews. It features quotes from back in the time, amazing stories, many previously unpublished photos and memorabilia of all kind.

THE ROCK DIARY

In the chapter "Rockens dagbok 1953-63" ("The diary of rock 1953-93") you can read fascinating stories and facts of what happened day by day. When did your idols perform in your city? What was written in the newspapers and how enthusiastic was the audience?

VALUATION GUIDE

Which rock 'n' roll records are worth a treasure today? The answer can be found in the complete illustrated discography including Premiums valuation guide. For the first time ever all artists' international records are presented in one book!

Stora Rockboken is luscious designed and stuffed with fascinating reading! This book is a real luxury work! Preface by Sven Tumba!

The author Börje Lundberg has previously written the book "Elvis - Kung av Sverige".

SAMPLE PAGES

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PRESS

»This book is a cultural achievement. It totally rocks.« Aftonbladet, Sept 07, (Swedens biggest evening paper)

»All 50's rockers get a new life with this book.« Svenska Dagbladet, Aug 07 (one of Swedens leading morning papers)

»What a book! Everyone who believes not to need it, hasn't understood the meaning of life! (…) Börje Lundberg's book is that fact-crammed that Swedens National Encyclopedia appears to be a naked slate. Every single page is a breath-taking knowledge raise!« Östgöta Correspondenten, Sept 07

»It was fun reading the Stora Rock’n’ roll book, that tells the story of all kings aside Elvis, like Bill Haley and Tommy Steele. This book can be highly recommended. This is a book with swing.« Kvällsposten, Sept 07