Music journalist David Hepworth has a new book out, perfect for any music history fan on your holiday list.
It is Uncommon People: The Rise and Fall of the Rock Stars.
It looks at important figures in music from 1955 to 1995, 40 years of music.
It even provides suggested songs to listen to from each year!
We talked to Mr. Hepworth about what makes a rock star, both the music and the image.
What Makes A Rock Star?
The Image Of A Rock Star.