Shake, Rattle and Roll: The Founders of Rock and Roll

by Holly George-Warren, Laura Levine (Illustrations)

An introduction to the pioneers of rock-and-roll music highlights the careers of fourteen artists who, nearly fifty years ago, created a brand-new sound and changed the course of popular music forever.

Genres: Music, Picture Books

32 pages, Hardcover

First published March 26, 2001

Reviews

[Michele]

Chronicles the "musical earthquake called Rock and Roll" through short biographies of some of the key players. Includes: Bill Haley, Fats Domino, LaVern Baker, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Bo Didley, Carl Perkins, The Everly Brothers, Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly, Wanda Jackson, Ritchie Valens and James Brown.

[James Govednik]

The first book by the authors of Honky Tonk Heroes and Hillbilly Angels: The Pioneers of Country and Western Music. Profiles of 14 Rock & Roll pioneers, with biographical essays on the left and colorful folk-art style portraits on the right. Both of these texts would be good models for student writing and publishing. The essays average around 300 words. For ages 9-12.

[Kimley]

Great gift for your rock-n-roll friends who decide to procreate!