American Woman: The Story Of The Guess Who by John Einarson As with all Einarson books, this is a highly detailed account of the Guess Who? concentrating on their early Canadian career. Einarson's interest in the garage band era brings out information on the general teenage music scene of Winnipeg, and he draws on band members memories to find out bits and pieces about rival groups. Just over a third of this book is pre-68, making it the best place to get beat and garage era Guess Who (and Chad Allen) info.

Neil Young: Don't Be Denied, The Canadian Years by John Einarson This is one of the best biographies I have ever read. Einarson paints a complete picture of Neil Young's early days in Canada on tour with his Squires. From Winnipeg to Toronto, though Neil's ups and downs - all small victories at this stage, moments are put on page. Now, this is no wild reading of the sorrid details of a rock 'n roll star. Neil Young was a kid who was more interested in his music than persuing any wildlife. A great book.

Shakin' ALL Over: The Winnipeg 60's Rock Scene by John Einarson This is the ILLUSIVE book of my dreams. Incredible detailed book of the Winnipeg 60's teen garage band scene culled from a series of newspaper articles Einarson published in his local newspaper. Published only for a VERY short time, and almost impossible to buy, even when in print!

For What It's Worth: The Buffalo Springfield by John Einarson Although the Buffalo Springfield where a US band, they did, of course have two Canadian members. This wonderfully entertaining book explains how Young left Canada, and how the Buffalo Springfield evolved. Read this one from front to back, the Buffalo Springfield are one of my fave groups.

Magic Carpet Ride: The Autobiography of John Kay and Steppenwolf by John Einarson Einarson never stops! Here is another fascinating account of rock 'n roll in Toronto, and the scene surrounding it. The book is mainly a biography of John Kay, but it also delves into the entire history of The Sparrow. This book is quite detailed, but being a biography of a single man, takes all accounts from that angle.

Before The Goldrush by Nicholas Jennings This is an absolutely ESSENTIAL book for anyone interested in Canadian rock 'n roll, or the history of rock in general. Somewhat limited by the publisher on the depth of subject matter (feeling the need to appeal to the average reader), Before The Goldrush doesn't go quite as far in as one might hope (dream) of getting. Still, this is the first (and only) genuine account of what went on in Yorkville. Beyond being mainly about specific groups, the book is about the MANY clubs of the area and the scene. I have read this book twice, (in succession) cover to cover, and marveled that this book was ever even published in the first place! No need to tell you more...BUY THIS BOOK!!

Canadian Records: A Discography And Price Guide of Canadian 45's And LP's 1955-1975 by Andgre Gibeault (OUT OF PRINT) If you find this book, buy it! My copy is almost in tatters. Although this book is in no way complete, nor is it 100% correct, it still is the best Canadian discography for 60's punk. Absolutely essential if you want to know more about French Canadian discographies! And NO, I don't have an extra copy!!

Strickly Instrumental: The Canadian Scene by Rich Hagensten GIGANTIC and as complete account as possible discography of Canadian instrumental music. Astounding! I'm not sure if it's still in print, but try writing Rich Hagensten 4337 Percival Ave., Burnaby, BC V5G 3S4

Dreams,Fantacies And Nightmares: Canadian, Australian and Latin American Pop-Rock 1963-1975 by Vernon Joynson As usual, I'm frustrated by a Joynson book! I certainly appreciate the effort, but they seem to come a little too soon. ALMOST good, but needing a tweak of perfection. This one could have been fantastic. There is quite a bit of information out there on these groups, and the records are around...it's clear the author is not familiar with a good lot of the music, and knows nothing about the groups. Why write the book?

Well, I'm not sure! Hopefully, it will spur on some great entries for a more inclusive volume (especially biographies and French Canadian material)! I'd still suggest sticking to the Gibeault discography, if you can find it.

Les Hou-Lops: Pour Toute la Vie by Serge Gingras Can you believe it? Les Hou-Lops have a BIOGRAPHY?? Yes, it's true! Minutely detailed, and often mired in the facts (and not really giving the story or setting the scene) this book is rather austere when it comes to the goods, as far as I can tell! The author, it seems is new at this rock 'n roll game (prefering hockey) - and could be doing a darned good job of the story, for all I know! I can barely READ the book, it's in French (I'm doing my best). The photographs are fantastic, and really, every little tiny fact is covered. So if you read French, buy it!