Flying Saucer Rock and Roll

by Howard Waldrop

Genres: Science Fiction, Short Stories

59 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

Howard Waldrop was an American science fiction author who worked primarily in short fiction, with shorties that combined elements such as alternate history, American popular culture, the American South, old movies, classical mythology, and rock 'n' roll music. He received the World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement in 2021.

Reviews

[Adam Meek · Rating 4 out of 5]

Doo wop, 60s gang culture, and UFOlogy combine in mysterious ways when the Bombers and the Kool-Tones face off in a battle of the bands.

[Mack · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not much science fiction or fantasy, but the story is pure, and a classic.