The Church of Rock & Roll Bible: The Sacred History of 250 of Rock's Most Influential Artists Spanning 10 Rock & Roll Eras

'Cause rock 'n' roll is my religion and my law. - Ozzy Osbourne

The Bible

Rock & Roll is like a religion. Imagine walking into the Church of Rock & Roll with your troubles, questions, or as a Seeker. You could look to the Church's guiding historical document-The Church of Rock & Roll Bible-finding the perfect verses to help inspire you on your restless plight or guide you on your path to enlightenment.

The Books

The Books represent the ten major eras of Rock & Roll-from Rockabilly to Alternative. Though the distinction of these ten eras of could be debated-they were most likely the eras of which all other styles of Rock have been influenced by and have branched out from.

The Verses

The Verses contain a detailed history of each era's most influential artists. Focusing on their roots and inspirations-when there came a sign that they would someday become legend-when they made their mark in Rock history-their most beloved and recognizable lyrics- and lastly, their legacy and influence on Rock & Roll.

The Fallen

The Book of the Fallen is a collection of artists who perished during the very Era that they made their mark in. A final historical note about some of Rock's greatest and most obscure artists; how their deaths affected Rock forever and, in some cases, marked the end of an Era. It's a reverent collection of those who we remember as giving their all for Rock & Roll.

Dedication

"I dedicate this record of Rock & Roll history to my late older brother, David, who bought me my first album, Elton John's Honky Château, and took me to my first concert, The J. Geils Band at the Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco." -Mark Erwin Oliver

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Mark Erwin Oliver
Published: 01/29/2026
ISBN: 9798295614828
Pages: 550
Weight: 1.98lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d