Cover of Bomp!: Saving the World One Record at a Time

Bomp!: Saving the World One Record at a Time

From 1966 to 1978, "Bomp!" was the magazine of rock-and-roll commentary and criticism that provided a view from the garage of the most crucial era in rock history. This retrospective is composed of rare gems from the magazine, including early interviews with The Doors and The Grateful Dead.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 301 pages

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