In the 1960s and 70s, many rock bands often delivered political messages through their music – often times anti-government or anti-war sentiments were common themes. Rock music‘s immersive qualities can make it an effective means of political expression; however, this genre also operates on an established star system which may conflict with grassroots political mobilization […]
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Rock music may not seem like the obvious choice to get dance floors going, but there are actually numerous rock tracks that can spark lively dancing sessions. These tracks cover everything from slow love ballads to headbanging masterpieces. A few examples: Mony Mony by Billy Joel features an engaging chorus that makes for the ideal
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Initial rock was initially conceived of as a means for unfettered self-expression that catered specifically to young people’s interests (such as quick sex and puppy love). San Francisco bands embraced complex harmony through improvisation. Chuck Berry may have pioneered rock when he introduced electric guitar into rhythm-and-blues music, but its true creators understood that rock
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In the 1960s, bands experimented with different genres of music and their efforts gave birth to genres such as Punk and Heavy Metal. Little Richard’s Tutti Frutti brought youthful vibrancy to rock and roll music. Its lively energy and unstoppable swagger inspired generations of young musicians. Loretta Lynn was an innovator in country music, singing
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After an acclaimed documentary and lengthy legal proceedings, Creem is back thanks to JJ Kramer (son of founder Barry Kramer and heir apparent at age 4). Finally launching this fall after much anticipation. The new magazine will incorporate both Robert Crumb’s iconic smiling mascot (designed by counterculture cartoonist Robert Crumb) and its old features that
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Music can bring people together in ways no other form can. But for some individuals it can also cause mental health issues. Studies linking music with problem behaviors among adolescents are plentiful; however, longitudinal research on specific rock fan groups is scarce. This research explores these rock fan subgroups from early adolescence through adulthood to
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Free to Rock details how, in spite of the Kremlin’s attempts, Western rock music spread like wildfire throughout the Soviet Union during the 1960s through 1980s as perestroika and glasnost gradually relaxed control. Bands openly celebrated Western culture. What Was Communism? Communism is a totalitarian government system which seeks to oversee all aspects of an
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Rock songs rely heavily on a strong base line, tempo and chord progression – yet bassists often receive little recognition as vital members of their genre’s compositional team. Rock is often associated with keyboards and pianos as instruments of expression. Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl is renowned for writing great rock songs using various effects
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Listening to music while exercising can enhance the effects of your exercise session. According to studies, music helps distract our bodies from feelings of discomfort while motivating us to continue the workout session. Tolcsey and Ellefson’s classic thrash metal song is perfect for adding extra energy and intensity to your workout sessions. With its driving
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Siouxsie and the Banshees had long been revered as leading gothic icons, yet after an extended career they took a daring and arty turn with this 1987 video for True Faith by French choreographer Philippe Decoufle featuring dancers reflecting both its emotional intensity and rhythmic beat while translating Bernard Sumner’s lyrics through sign language. The
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