Some of the Biggest Selling Acts in the Seventies
In the 1970s, punk and New Wave began to shift the emphasis away from long-haired, heavy-rock acts. And while there were still plenty of stadium rockers and glam bands around, a new breed of singer-songwriter was beginning to take center stage.…
1206The Birth of Punk Rock in the Late 70s
In the late 1970s, a new type of music began gaining popularity. It was fast and aggressive, as well as simple and unrefined. The songs were filled with angry lyrics and usually lasted no longer than three minutes. This new genre of music came…
1095Different Styles of Contemporary Music in the 90s
In the 90s, there was a lot of music to listen to. New genres emerged, and you had your pick of what you wanted to listen to. But some of these genres faded away with time, while others remained popular to this day. Below is a list of the most…
1127Sir Cliff Richard is a 250 million Record Act
Sir Cliff Richard is a self-made man in every sense of the word. A new biography, Cliff: The True Story Of Sir Cliff Richard, details his life from a struggling postwar kid in post-war London to the Queen’s favorite uncle and one of…
999Green Day is Just a Big Band!
Green Day is a band that can’t be ignored. Their music has been around for decades, and they have created some of the most unique rock vibes ever heard. While many other bands fade into obscurity, Green Day just keeps getting more popular. So…
839The Red Hot Chili Peppers Old But Contemporary
You can’t stay in the limelight for as long as the Red Hot Chili Peppers have without continuously evolving. Over their 30-year career, this band has transformed from a funk-rock group to an alternative rock band with elements of punk and rap.…
861Radiohead Has Everything in the Right Place for Contemporary Rock
When it comes to the music industry and new artists, almost everyone has heard of them. The thing is, however, that not many people have listened to their music. This seems to be a common misconception with bands such as Radiohead, who are…
801What is Country Rock Music in America?
Country rock is a subgenre of American roots music that blends the sounds of country and rock. It's not a new hybrid genre, but rather an expansion of its own origin. The history of country rock music can be traced back to the early 1970s when…
1125The Biggest and Best Music Acts in the 1980s
The 1980s were a decade of excess, from overly produced music videos and hair-bands to the prominence of luxury brands like Versace and Armani. Music was no different, with pop culture being dominated by the synth sound and singers with big hair…
1386Alternative styles of Music that Thrived in The Eighties
Punk Rock in the 80’s was a weird and wonderful time for music. It was a perfect storm of influences, genres and ideas coming together to produce some of the best music from the movement. Look no further than this list for examples. For…
1058The Biggest Bands in Contemporary Rock
Contemporary rock is a broad genre that brings together many different subgenres. It’s also one of the most popular genres in contemporary music, with some of its bands having millions of fans worldwide. If you’re looking to get into this…
1003The Impact of Nirvana in Today's Contemporary Rock Scene
The impact of Nirvana has been felt in virtually every corner of the music industry. The rise of grunge in the early ‘90s gave way to a new generation of rock bands that were much less glossed-up than those that had come before them. These…
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Hippies and the Woodstock Music Festival
Music Festivals in The Sixties
The Biggest Pop Music Bands in the Sixties
The Birth of The Beatles and Beatlemania
The Biggest Record Sales in the 1960s