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Art of Modern Rock: The Poster Explosion

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... to the Old Testament, 'The Art of Rock: From Presley to Punk'! Paul & Dennis manage to top the last book, which, to many of us in the indy 'low brow' art field, was nothing short of a Bible, or at the very least one of the Lost Dead Sea Scrolls. The scope of art contained within is sheerly mindboggling, spanning a few decades & crossing the globe, introducing even the well seasoned, like myself, to new faces, & chronicalling the extent of undiscovered talent in the scene. The design is breathtaking, easy to navigate, well researched & chronicled, printed & bound beautifully, & will make a must have addition to anyone's library, whether die hard art fan, music lover, or anyone whose ever considered rock & roll as part of their life. The only real question I have is, who the heck is that ugly brute stinking up the whole project on page 099? !

As I have been looking forward to the release of this book for two years now, when the package first arrived at my house I was a little afraid to open it. Would this book live up to my high expectations?
I quickly got over my fears, ripped open the box and pulled out this gorgeous, colorful, HEAVY piece of art history in the making.
Every single page is filled with amazing full-color posters, interviews, and photographs. My favorite thing about the book is the photos of the actual artists-- seeing what these talented folks look like, and getting glimpses into how they actually work in their respective environments.
Impress your friends, show how hip you are and buy this book!

Even the best review just wouldn't do this book justice. It must be experienced. Each time I look through it I discover something new.

On a side note, make sure your coffee table is good and sturdy, this book might just crush it.

This treasure of work from all over the world povides a mind-blowing experience in rock art. No way could this book be any better than Paul Grushkin and Dennis King meant for it to be. These guys know and love this stuff, and it shows. From cover to cover the viewer will be in awe.

One of the finest published pieces of work, EVER.

This book is simply the best collection of artwork I've come across - there is a tendency with "coffee table" books, to flick through and miss a few pages out. Do that at your peril with this tome - it's enlightening and artistically inspiring from first to last. Although fairly expensive in the UK, it's a must have if you like your art - never mind your poster art. A triumph.

For anyone who is a fan of rock music, art or design needs this book. It is THE AUTHORITY on the modern rock poster renaissance.

The amount of work is amazing. It'll keep your eyes busy/happy for a long time.

As a huge fan of rock art and the many talented artists featured in this book, I could not wait to get my hands on one. This book is my kind of book...full of the most colorful, random, exciting images for many of my favorite bands by some of my favorite artists...it will take me forever to get through the whole thing...
I picked up a few for my friends and family...

I'd like to offer up a big salute to paul Grushkin & Dennis King, as well as all the poster artists represented in this book. It is an extreme honor to be considered a peer of those whose work is shown here. On one level, you're taken back by the shear beauty and presentation. On another level, the multitude of stylistic approaches is mind boggling. The thing that keeps smacking me is the honesty and the sense of craft portrayed in each of the works.
The poster is a temple where we fortunate souls obviously worship, and the release of this book will definitely add to the congregation. Amen...

I first encountered this book at a friends apartment in Berlin, Germany while on my honeymoon and was blown away by how good the art was. For lovers of this type of art, it is a must have and I'd highly recommend it.

This book is a great representation of the talent that is working in the rock poster industry. The reproductions are clear and precise. The colors are vibrant and accurate. The text is concise and interesting. This is the kind of book you can thumb through over and over again. The art of the new masters is well represented... Arminski, Emek, Hess, etc. A great book for anyone interested in this genré...