“What are the greatest rock albums of all-time?” Perhaps one of the more common questions examined between music-loving chums, that has led to many a good-natured debate. But if you really dig deeper into the question…is it from the standpoint of the album’s importance in rock history? A classic release that proved significant to an artist’s career? Or perhaps merely a personal favorite, that you just can’t get enough of? Rock writer/author Greg Prato took all three of these pointers into consideration while painstakingly whittling it down to 50 entries for A+ Albums: The Stories Behind 50 Rock Classics (Vol. I), 1970-1982; plus 50 more for A+ Albums: The Stories Behind 50 Rock Classics (Vol. II), 1982-2000 . The set-up is simple – set in chronological order vis-à-vis release date, each entry contains a brief artist history, where the album fits in their history, an analyzation of the material, and in most cases, quotes from either the artist or someone associated with the recording, and/or a renowned admirer (as well as chart placements and certifications, where applicable). It’s time to discover, learn more about, or become reacquainted with some of the very best rock recordings of all-time via A+ Albums: The Stories Behind 50 Rock Classics (Vol. I), 1970-1982 ...with Greg Prato as your guide! "Greg Prato is the hardest working author in the rock business! His newest book tandem, A+ Albums , chronicles the stories behind our favorite albums from the 70's-2000's, with a few surprises thrown in, too. Not only that, but in documenting these eras of rock history he illustrates how much music and culture have changed decade to decade." -Don Jamieson (That Metal Show, That Jamieson Show) "Greg Prato has done it again! His great new book A+ Albums, Vol I highlights some of the best albums from 1970-1982, with stories and comments from the artists who recorded these classic albums, as well as the artists inspired by them. So many albums we all love, and better yet there are even a few albums highlighted that may surprise some readers! If you love music, you will love this book!" -Mike Brunn (The Rock Experience with Mike Brunn) "Greg Prato's latest books: A+ Albums, Volumes 1 & 2 show that he is in top form. Documenting 50 rock classics for the time frames of 1970-1982 and then 1982-2000, the selections range from all time favorites to some surprising choices that get a well deserved revisiting. As always, Mr. Prato's interviews with the artists who created these classic albums provide insights into the recording process as well as being chock full of entertaining stories. These thoroughly researched chronicles are a must read for music fans everywhere!" -The Grumpy Old Man (TJ & the Grumpy Old Man)