Describes the true stories behind the women who have inspired fifty memorable rock songs, from David Bowie's "Life on Mars" to Pink Floyd's "See Emily Play." Includes black-and-white photographs throughout.
Chronicles the big band, swing, jazz, blues, gospel, and country music that became popular during the World War II era; and profiles the entertainers, record companies, and radio stations that brought them to the fans.
In this modern version of the children's song, preparations for bedtime include "A-reading we will go, It's to the bath we row! Now off to bed we go!".