Synopses & Reviews
Review
[Rockin'] should interest anyone passionate about retro styles and music that oozes vagabond cool. &mdash
The EDGE...captures the energy and the passion of the scene, with dancers, musicians, hot rod drivers and tattoos galore. &mdash On Milwaukee
Rockin' is Andrew Shaylor's intimate portrait of the modern rockabilly world on both sides of the Atlantic&hellip &mdash The Sunday Times
Synopsis
For enthusiasts, rockabilly isnt just a kind of music; its a way of life. A raw fusion of rhythm and blues with country and western, rockabilly heralded the start of teenage rebellion in America in the early 1950s. The stripped-down sound witnessed a revival in the 1970s that has continued until today, with modern rockabillies embracing not only the music, but also the clothes, cars and lifestyle of the 1950s youth counterculture. Rockin is photographer Andrew Shaylors unique portrayal of the contemporary rockabilly scene. Granted exclusive access at events on both sides of the Atlantic, Shaylor captures the raw energy of the music and the commitment of the rockabilly community to authenticity. Featuring the history of the subculture by rockabilly legend Jerry Chatabox, this striking book evokes the passion and intensity of a scene that is as exciting today as it was more than 50 years ago.
About the Author
Andrew Shaylor is a professional photographer whose work has appeared in numerous magazines, including Vogue, Esquire, Blueprint and Tatler.
Jerry Chatabox is a well-known rockabilly DJ. He organizes the annual Rockabilly Rove, and regularly appears at other rockabilly events worldwide.