History of Rock by Viraj KAMANWAR

Led Zeppelin is formed

virajkamanwar — 2023-10-16 22:13:58 UTC

The English band first got together in 1968. They were one of the most influential bands of the 70's. Led Zeppelin explored subgenres like Hard Rock and Heavy Metal and sometimes diving into Folk Rock with songs like Bron-Y-Aur Stomp. Hard rock is a style which features distorted guitars, a heavy beat and aggressive vocals. Heavy Metal includes aggressive sounds and has styles that a powerful and intense. Led Zeppelin was a band that popularised hard rock and heavy metal and were one of the first to indulge into these styles. Led Zeppelin are iconic due to their fusion of different styles and unique songs. The band also holds a record for the largest attendance for a single act show with an attendance of 76 229. This was held in 1977 on April 30 in their silverdome concert

Members:

Robert Plant - Harmonica & Vocals

Jimmy Page - Electric Guitar

John Bohnam - Drums

John Paul Jones - Bass

Bands similar to Led Zeppelin -

Black Sabbath

Deep Purple

Nirvana

The Beatles' - Let It Be is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-10-24 23:31:09 UTC

Let it be was one of the most familiar and famous songs. It was no 1 on the charts for 14 weeks. The Beatles experimented with the styles of pop and gospel. Pop abbreviation for popular was a fairly new genre at the time and not a lot of bands included it in their songs. Gospel promotes teaching of Christianity and Jesus in songs. The Beatles were one of the first to include the genre of gospel in their song making them unique and different from other bands. During the time of the song's release the band was going through a rough time and were slowly splitting apart, this song represented their resilience and perseverance.

Members who recorded the song:

Paul McCartney - Lead and backing vocals, pianos, maracas, electric piano and bass guitar

John Lennon - 6 string bass & backing vocals

Ringo Starr - Drums

George Harrison - Guitar

Bands similar to Beatles that include gospel:

Skillet

Disciple

Attalus

The Beatles' - Love Me Do is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-10-27 10:10:56 UTC

Love me do was the Beatles' first ever single. The Beatles explored a whole range of music from Rock 'n' Roll to Indian music. Love Me Do included the styles of Skiffle and Rock 'n' Roll. Skiffle also known as Folk Rock is music inspired by British and American Folk music, it is a type of music performed with manufactured, improvised or homemade instruments like washboards and harmonicas. Rock 'n' Roll is comprised of uncomplicated melodies and a heavy beat. This is delivered with the help of instruments like drums, electric guitar and bass. Love Me Do slowly gained popularity due to its uniqueness as songs like these were uncommon during the early sixties. It topped the charts in USA in 1964.

Members who recorded this song:

John Lennon - Vocals & Harmonica

Paul McCartney - Vocals

Ringo Starr - Drums & Tambourine

Andy White - Drums

Bands that specialise in Folk Rock -

Grateful Dead

Led Zeppelin

The Beach Boys

Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-10-29 06:04:35 UTC

Originated in London, Queen first got together in 1971. Bohemian Rhapsody quickly became the band's No 1 song in 1975 with approximately 150 - 300 million copies sold worldwide. Bohemian Rhapsody is an extremally unique song with multiple textures and genres used within. Some of the common genres used were progressive rock, art rock and progressive pop. Progressive rock also known as symphonic rock is a common style used throughout the 70's, it features the use of keyboard instruments and lengthy compositions. Art rock creates an unique and creative way of delivering rock music, it is more experimental and usually entertaining to audiences. Progressive pop is similar to progressive where it aims to stretch the boundaries of of pop music with experimentation and is usually entertaining for audiences. The song is believed to be a masterpiece, it stood out from the rest by not having a particular structure, lyrics or form. It displays a whole range of emotions accompanied by extraordinary vocal range from Freddie Mercury, the lead singer.

Members who recorded the song:

Freddie Mercury - Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Piano

Brain May - Guitar

Roger Taylor - Drums

John Deacon - Bass

Bands similar to Queen -

The Rolling Stones

AC/DC

Guns n' Roses

Elvis Presley Death

virajkamanwar — 2023-10-29 09:39:43 UTC

Elvis Presley, wildly regarded as 'The king of Rock n' Roll' passed away due to a heart attack on 16 August in his mansion. He was part of an influential band called The Blue Moon Boys. Elvis Presley was majorly a Rock n' Roll, blues and R&B singer. Blues is a type of music originated in Native America, it is aimed to convey feelings and is more lyrical. R&B short for Rhythm and Blues is a combination of jazz, pop and blues combined with a strong backbeat. While singing Elvis Presley had a great technique and also made his voice sound natural, his dance moves pushed the boundaries of music and his character made him unique and one of a kind.

Artists similar to Elvis Presley:

Chuck Berry

Bill Hayley

Carl Perkins

Famous Songs by Elvis Presley:

Jailhouse Rock

Don't Be Cruel

Burning Love

Bon Jovi - Livin' on a Prayer is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-10-29 23:40:38 UTC

Bon Jovi are a record breaking band originated in New Jersey. Livin' On A Prayer was released in November and topped the charts on February the following year, it remained on the top for 4 weeks. Power pop and glam metal were the genres used in this song. Glam metal is a subgenre of rock which feature catchy guitar riffs and hooks, slow power ballads and upbeat rock anthem. Power pop was popularised in the 70's, it includes straightforward vocals and melodic tone. Livin' On A Prayer emphasises on a fictional couple Tommy and Gina who show the economic hardship of the 80's, due to this audiences can relate to the song.

Members who recorded this song:

Jon Bon Jovi - Lead Vocals

Richie Sambora - Electric Guitar, Talk Box and Backing Vocals

Alec John Such - Bass & Backing Vocals

Tico Torres - Drums, Percussion, Finger Cymbals

David Bryan - Keyboard & Backing Vocals

Bands similar that specialise in Glam Metal and Power Pop:

Kiss

Guns n' Roses

Poison

Guns n' Roses - Sweet Child O' Mine is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-10-30 08:30:28 UTC

First got together in 1985 in Los Angles, Guns n' Roses are an iconic band that created multiple masterpieces. Released in July the song topped US charts in September. The band used a combination of glam metal and hard rock to deliver this song. Hard rock is a style which features distorted guitars, a heavy beat and aggressive vocals. The song includes an iconic catchy riff at the start which is used in multiple movies, the most famous being Thor: Love and Thunder. Audiences believe that this song purely conveys feeling and the combination of the lyrics and the music makes it a masterpiece.

Members who recorded the song:

Axl Rose - Lead Vocals

Slash - Lead Guitar

Izzy Stradlin - Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals

Duff McKagan - Bass, Backing Vocals

Steven Adler - Drums

Bands similar to Guns n' Roses:

AC/DC

Poison

Bon Jovi

Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-10-30 10:08:05 UTC

Nirvana was formed by singer, guitarist Kurt Cobain and bassist Krist Novoselic in 1987 in Washington. The song was a part of a no 1 album Nevermind with over 1 million copies sold. Grunge and Alternative rock were the subgenres used to create this song. Grunge is defined by heavily distorted guitar riffs with distorted power chords accompanied by raspy/clean vocals and repetitive patterns. A combination of conventional rock and ideas and styles from different genres create alternative rock. This song was relatable for teens at the time and expressed their feelings. It had rawness contrasted with a catchy melody.

Members who recorded the song:

Kurt Cobain - Vocals, Guitar

Krist Novoselic - Bass

Dave Grohl - Drums, Backing Vocals

Similar bands that specialise in Grunge:

Alice in Chains

Screaming Trees

Pearl Jam

4 Non Blondes - What's Up is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-11-03 10:39:40 UTC

The San Francisco band formed in 1989 spanned only for 5 years lasting till 1994. Alternative rock and pop rock were used to create this song. Alternative rock is a combination of conventional rock and ideas and styles from different genres. Pop rock is a fusion of rock and pop with the priority going towards songwriting and recording and less focused on the attitude of rock. The song What's Up is an anthem representing the struggle for social justice and shows appreciation for life.

Members who recorded the song:

Linda Perry – Writing, Vocals, Acoustic and Electric Guitar

Roger Rocha – Guitar

Christa Hillhouse – Bass, Vocals

Dawn Richardson – Drums

Bands Similar to 4 Non Blondes:

Spin Doctors

Soul Asylum

Crash Test Dummies

Michael Jackson is the new 'Thriller'

virajkamanwar — 2023-11-03 11:17:56 UTC

The nine song album Thriller was one of the most famous released by Michael Jackson with songs like Billie Jean, Thriller and Beat it. Many styles including Rock, Pop, R&B, Funk and Synth - Pop were used in the album. Funk is an instrumental and vocal genre utilising styles like jazz, blues, R&B, soul jazz and gospel. As the name suggests Synth - Pop makes use of the synthesizers in songs, instruments like keyboards are used to deliver this. R&B short for Rhythm and Blues is a combination of jazz, pop and blues combined with a strong backbeat. The album is considered the biggest selling album of all time, it a huge hit with 32 million copies sold in a single year and topped the billboard 200 for 37 weeks.

Similar artists to Michael Jackson:

Prince

Whitney Houston

Beyonce

Bon Jovi - It's My Life is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-11-03 12:17:36 UTC

Active since 1983 the bands released one of their biggest hits in the year 2000. The song topped the charts in multiple countries and reached no 33 in the US. Glam metal with influences of grunge and hard rock were used to create this song. Glam metal is a subgenre of rock which feature catchy guitar riffs and hooks, slow power ballads and upbeat rock anthem. Grunge is defined by heavily distorted guitar riffs with distorted power chords accompanied by raspy/clean vocals and repetitive patterns. Hard rock is a style which features distorted guitars, a heavy beat and aggressive vocals. The song represents believing in oneself, optimism and strength. The line 'It's My Life' took inspiration from musician Frank Sinatra who was Jon Bon Jovi's role model.

Members who recorded the song:

Jon Bon Jovi - Lead Vocals

Richie Sambora - Electric Guitar, Talk Box and Backing Vocals

Alec John Such - Bass & Backing Vocals

Tico Torres - Drums

David Bryan - Keyboard & Backing Vocals

Bands Similar to Bon Jovi:

Journey

Guns n' Roses

Poison

Linkin Park - In The End is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-11-03 12:54:38 UTC

Peaked at number 2 in the billboards In The End is one of the most famous songs produced by Linkin Park. Multiple styles like Nu metal, rock, rap, hard rock and alternate rock were used to make this song. Nu metal includes heavily amplified beats, Intense and angry vocals with off pitch. guitars. Rap is reoccurring beats/patterns used as background for rapid, slangy, and often boastful rhyming patter intoned by a vocalist or vocalists. A combination of conventional rock and ideas and styles from different genres create alternative rock. The song was popularised due the powerful vocals and feelings which audiences can relate to.

Members who recorded the song:

Chester Bennington– vocals

Mike Shinoda – Rapping, piano

Brad Delson– guitar, bass

Joe Hahn– Samplers, Turntables

Rob Bourdon– drums

Bands similar to Linkin Park:

Korn

Nickleback

Deftones

Green Day - Boulevard of Broken Dreams is Released

virajkamanwar — 2023-11-03 13:18:30 UTC

The Californian band have been active since 1987 the song that peaked no 2 in the billboards making it the most successful song made my Green Day. Emo and Hard Rock was used to create this song. Emo is focused on expression of feelings and displays heavy emotional expression. Hard rock is a style which features distorted guitars, a heavy beat and aggressive vocals. This song represents disillusionment, loneliness and a search for belonging which at the time teenagers could relate to.

Members who recorded the song:

Billie Joe Armstrong - Vocals, Guitar

Mike Dirnt - Bass, Backing Vocals

Tre Cool - Drums

Bands similar to Green Day

The Offspring

blink

Sum

Coldplay - Viva La Vida is released

virajkamanwar — 2023-11-03 13:50:55 UTC

Formed in 1996, Coldplay have produced a series of hits with Viva La Vida being the most famous. It reached the no 1 in the UK and the Billboards. The song utilises the styles of Baroque Pop and Art Rock. Baroque pop is a combination Rock and classical music, it incorporates layered harmonies and sounds orchestic. Art rock creates an unique and creative way of delivering rock music, it is more experimental and usually entertaining to audiences. The song gained popularity due to the intriguing lyrics topped with the catchy melody. The song is an interpretation of the French King Louise's last speech before death.

Members who recorded the song:

Chris Martin - Vocals

Guy Berryman - Guitar

Jonny Buckland - Bass

Will Champion - Drums

Bands similar to Coldplay:

OneRepublic

Keane

What's Next?

virajkamanwar — 2023-11-03 14:19:51 UTC

Over 70 years, Rock music has constantly been developing with some of the modern styles being Punk, Alternate Rock, Progressive rock, Modern Rock etc. Concerns are raised that music in the future can be more computer and ai based with lack of human effort. Some of the possible genres we can see in the future are Bacalao and Distortion. Bacalao is music popular in DJ's and bars. Distortion is altering the waveform of the original music. Although the future of music is uncertain, the journey from the beginning is a sign of huge development and inspires many artists throughout the world.