A comprehensive A-Z of over 100 Rap-Rock, Rap-Metal and Funk-Metal bands, including acts from the hip-hop and hardcore punk branches of metal. A full history of the events that led to the birth of nu-metal, starting with the story of grunge and the early rap-rockers, and bringing the story bang up to date with the latest generation of bands. The essential reference book for 21st century metal fans. Includes a foreword by Casey Chaos of Amen.