Beat music, a dynamic and influential musical genre of the early 1960s, stands as a testament to the era’s cultural revolution. This genre, a fusion of rock and roll rhythms, accentuated with a strong beat, encapsulated the youthful optimism and changing tides of the decade. The Cultural Backdrop of the 1960s The … Read more
The 1960s marked a revolutionary era in the history of music, particularly for British rock bands that took the world by storm. This decade saw the emergence of some of the most iconic and influential groups in the history of music. From the legendary Beatles to the gritty sounds of The Troggs, … Read more
If the 1960s music scene were a cup, it would be filled to the brim. And why not? It wasn’t called the ‘Swinging Sixties’ for nothing. Music was an essential part of this massive cultural revolution during the decade. The early part of the decade was still mostly dominated by rock and … Read more
Introduction One of the most prominent English rock groups in the 1960s is Procol Harum. They are known for their single “A Whiter Shade of Pale,” which became a number one UK hit and a Top 10 US Billboard smash in 1967. The single is considered one of the songs that truly … Read more
The Supremes were the female singing group that changed the way people of America viewed black music and artists. Formerly known as ‘The Primettes,’ The Supremes became the first female singing group to gain popularity. The founders of The Supremes include Florence Ballard, Diana Ross, and Mary Wilson, who sang 12 singles … Read more
The band ‘Cream’ wasn’t just another rock trio but also the first-ever ‘supergroup,’ i.e., a group formed after each member has already achieved fame individually. The band was known for their incredible live improvisations and long jam sessions. Their music was a blend of blues, rock, hints of jazz, and psychedelic rock; … Read more
How do people listen to music these days? As odd as this question might sound, it serves a bigger purpose. If your answer is along the lines of “on their phones with earphones tucked in” or “streaming online on their computers,” you are correct. But what about listening to music before the … Read more
The psychedelic era is considered to be one of the most colorful periods in human history, as the clothing trend and artworks that were created or produced in that era were full of colors that surprisingly blended well together. In addition to the colorful clothing and art, the psychedelic era was also … Read more
1960s pop had been in full swing since the Beatles conquered America, sparking the so-called second “British Invasion” and eventually taking the entire world by storm. It led the other countries to develop their own version of the “British Invasion” pop sound. France was one of the countries that were caught up … Read more
The Crickets was one of the most iconic rock and roll bands of America. They ruled over the industry for about five decades and produced millions of records. They are the core inspiration of nearly every major successful rock band or singer in America, including Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Rolling Stones, and … Read more
The Psychedelic Era was a period in history wherein art, music, and the human lifestyle were affected or influenced by a psychedelic drug called LSD. What is LSD? And how was it able to become an integral part of the 1960s and the early 1970s. Let us take a look at some … Read more
Pop music has developed into different sub-genres over the years, and one of the most popular subgenres in the 1960s was sunshine pop. Known for its feel-good and “commercialized” sounds, sunshine pop perfectly represented the chill atmosphere of California during the 1960s. In order for us to understand how sunshine pop became … Read more
