Interviews with the Drummers Who Shaped Rock 'n' Roll Music-The Roots of Rock Drumming is an insider's look at the beginnings of rock music as told by the drummers who were there when rock was born. Featuring interviews with 22 of the pioneers of rock drumming and later players who witnessed and were influenced by them this book/DVD package provides an amazingly insightful look at the makings of the music and the invention of a new style. Edited by noted drummer/historian Daniel Glass and with interviews conducted by Paul Siegel and drumming legend Steve Smith The Roots of Rock Drumming presents the stories of DJ Fontana (Elvis Presley) Jerry Allison (The Crickets) Earl Palmer (Little Richard) Buddy Harman (Roy Orbison/PatsyCline) and many others. The package comes with a 3-hour DVD containing excerpts from the interviews. As a bonus a special code in the book allows access to full-length interviews available online. A beautiful collection of photos some never before published completes this historical package which all rock fans and drumming enthusiasts will want to add to their library. The Roots Of Rock Drumming is a selection of interviews collected from Drummers who have shaped Rock 'n' Roll music. This behind the scenes look at the origins of Rock 'n' Roll drumming is sure to impress and astound. The history is presented from the eyes of the players who where part of the revelation drummers such as Bobby Morris Earl Palmer Buddy Harman and many more all of whom give their inside point of view. Also included with this brilliant book is a complimenting DVD filled with excerpts from each of the interviews printed inside the book.