According to Don Airey, who writes
this book's foreword, it was Cozy Powell who initially suggested the idea for what
became the first "Monsters Of Rock Festival" in 1980.
Held at Donington
Park motor circuit it was the first major event that focused on one genre. Such
an approach had generally up to then, been alien to promoters. As it turned
out, it proved to be a winning formula and the annual festival grew into an
institution.
Down To Donington
looks back at this monumental event. It explores behind the scenes, as well as
the day in question, and even the aftermath.
Paperback / softback | 128 pages | Published August 2025
