The history of the Rebel County's rock scene from the 1950's to the present. Music has always been an integral part of the Corkonian psyche. Even though musical styles have changed throughout Cork's history, generations of musicians and music lovers have continued to thrive by the banks of the Lee. In this absorbing new book Mark McAvoy opens the lid on the Cork Rock scene from the early days of Rory Gallagher right up to the present day and the emerging stars of the new century like Simple Kid and Fred. With a selection of exclusive photographs, access to the stars, the promoters and the managers, Cork Rock is an access-all-areas account of 60 years of Cork musical history.