1950s
This is one of the four genres that came together to create rock n' roll (more than one correct answer)
Country; Blues; Jazz; Gospel
This is the term given to the phenomenon of British rock taking over the scene.
What is the British Invasion?
This genre of rock, made famous by bands like Aerosmith and AC/DC, contained subject matter often considered taboo at the time.
What is Hard Rock?
This genre of rock n' roll, which emerged in the 1980s, included bands like Metallica and Iron Maiden and focused on a much harder sound.
What is metal?
This genre of rock was born in the city of Seattle, and includes bands like Nirvana and Foo Fighters.
What is grunge?
This is what we call it when we add the emphasis to beats 2 & 4 instead of 1 & 3.
What is the backbeat?
This genre of rock, made famous by the Beach Boys, focuses on teen fun in the sun.
What is surfer rock?
This band, led by singer Freddy Mercury, is known for songs like Bohemian Rhapsody.
Who is Queen?
Who is Michael Jackson?
These are two genres of metal that became popular in the 1990s.
What are nu-metal and heavy metal?
This radio DJ first coined the term rock n' roll in the 1950s.
Who is Alan Freed?
This band, led by Paul McCartney, became a worldwide phenomenon nearly overnight. They sing songs like Yellow Submarine and I Wanna Hold Your Hand.
Who are the Beatles?
This style of rock n roll was much softer, and played with complex rhythms and political themes. Bands include Rush and Boston.
What is progressive rock?
The invention of this electronic disc allowed for a rapid spread of music in the 1980s.
What is the CD (compact disc)?
This indie/punk band is known for famous songs like Boulevard of Broken Dreams and American Idiot.
Who is Green Day?
This musical artist, who performed songs like Hound Dog, was known as The King and was very popular with women when he performed live.
Who is Elvis Presley?
This genre of rock was heavily influenced by gospel, and included bands like the Jackson 5 and Aretha Franklin.
What is Motown?
This genre of rock n' roll, known for its extravagant costumes and defiance of gender norms, was made famous by artists like David Bowie.
What is glam rock?
Any of these bands could be considered as bringing classic rock into the 80s (more than one correct answer).
Who is AC/DC, Queen, the Eagles, Aerosmith, Tom Petty...
The genre of punk/indie rock was extremely popular with this group of people.
Who are teenagers?
This African American rocker is known for his classic, Johnny B. Goode.
Who is Chuck Berry?
This genre of rock n roll featured heavily political themes. Artists include Bob Dylan and Credence Clearwater Revival.
What is folk rock?
This soft rock band was led by Stevie Nix, a female singer. Their songs include Dreams.
Who is Fleetwood Mac?
This live broadcasted concert was put on to raise money for Africa.
What is Live Aid?
This is the name of the lead singer of Nirvana.
Who is Kurt Cobain?