Back in the USSR: The True Story of Rock In Russia

This is a great book I found at a used book store, it was written by a Russian rockcritic Artemy Troitsky in 1987. A real easy read, it chronicles Russian rock and "alternative" culture from its roots in the "styliagi" jazz of the 1950's to the 1980's new wave and metal bands. A good look at early to mid 80's Russian rock culture and the effects of "Glastnost" on music. Also a pretty insightful explanation on how punk was perceived in Russia and initial reasons it, unlike metal, didn't really take on there in the 1980's. Available @ amazon used for under $2.00. Well worth it. Click the title of the post to go there.