This fun-to-read, easy-to-use reference has been completely updated, expanded, and revised with reviews of over 12,000 great albums by over 2,000 artists and gr

With informative biographies, essays, and "music maps, " this book is the ultimate guide to the best recordings in rhythm and blues. 20 charts.

Arranged in sixteen musical categories, provides entries for twenty thousand releases from four thousand artists, and includes a history of each musical genre.

Reviews and rates the best recordings of 8,900 blues artists in all styles.

Collects reviews for one thousand enduring classic rock albums ranging from the extremely popular to more obscure works.