"Bootlegs are unofficial "live" and studio recordings of artists and bands that are released on vinyl, audiotape, or CD. By definition, most are so rare that they change hands only for vastly inflated sums or are traded through the networks of dedicated collectors worldwide. Serious fans and collectors have been known to spend as much as $500 for an original, scratchy vinyl recording of artists like Jimi Hendrix, Rolling Stones, Deep Purple, and the Grateful Dead." "The Bootleg Guide is the ultimate reference work for 1960s and the 1970s bootleg recordings. Within these pages lies a history of rock at its best, as performed on stage or in the studio. Each entry is catalogued by title, date, and featured tracks and contains a quality rating and comments on the nature and origin of the recording. Cross-references are provided, and extensive information is available on alternate titles. In many cases, quirky facts about a particular title are given - something that in itself makes it a highly desirable rarity among collectors. Limited editions are listed to help the reader and collector develop a clearer picture of just how obtainable the bootleg is."--Jacket.