Rock Gods: The Greatest Showmen and Most Influential Songwriters of the Rock Era

By Kathy McCabe

This fully illustrated book celebrates the captivating lives of legendary figures who revolutionised music, from Elvis and Hendrix to Bowie and Jagger. Authored by music journalist Kathy McCabe and featuring stunning images from renowned rock photographer Tony Mott, this book makes the perfect gift for any rock music enthusiast.

Their songs are etched on our collective memory; their onstage - and offstage - performances electrified us. From Elvis to Kurt Cobain and Johnny Cash to Jimmy Hendrix; from Elvis Presley and John Lennon to David Bowie and Prince, these are the greatest showmen and most influential songwriters of the rock era. Their biographies share the compelling and often fraught paths to stardom on the world stage and why they continue to inspire millions of fans and aspiring musicians.Music journalist Kathy McCabe delves into the forces that forged these giants' attitudes to life, their music and their lasting impact on the world. Whether solo performers like David Bowie or in partnerships like that of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, they have channelled their energy and raw talent into a legacy that will outlast them all.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1922662348
• ISBN13: 9781922662347
• Release Date: November 2025
• Publisher: Gelding Street Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.9" x 9.8"