British Invasion
A British rock group that came to personify the counterculture of the 1960s. Its principal members, all born in Liverpool, Eng., were Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. The release in 1962–63 of such songs as “Please Please Me” and “I Want to Hold Your Hand” made them England’s most popular rock group
Who Are: The Beatles
This man was the founder of Motown Records, and was known for setting a standard for mainstream "Black harmony." He was particular about the artists and styles he curated, looking for rich gospel and jazz timbres made modern.
Who Is: Berry Gordy
This musician was once booed off of the stage at a concert because he attempted to use an electric guitar. He has now won a Nobel Peace Prize for his work in folk/protest music, and is known for songs such as "Blowin' In the Wind" and "The Times They Are A-Changin.'"
Who Is: Bob Dylan
This subgenre of rock music that originated in Southern California in the early 1960s, characterized by its distinctive use of heavily reverbed electric guitars, twangy melodies, and driving rhythms. The most famous band of this genre was The Beach Boys.
What Is: Surf Rock
This television station launched in 1981, showing music videos from musical groups as they were released. The first video aired was "Video Killed the Radio Star" by the Buggles.
What Is: MTV
This group's original members were Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. The band’s name was adopted from a Muddy Waters song, and by 1966 a series of outstanding songs had made the band second in popularity only to the Beatles.
Who Are: The Rolling Stones
This five-letter word was the original name of Motown Records, but was changed shortly after its founding in 1959.
What Is: Tamla
This folk trio formed in the early 60's and were heavily involved with the Civil Rights movement. They won a total of five Grammy's as an ensemble, and famously performed at the March on Washington in 1963. Their songs include "Puff the Magic Dragon," "Lemon Tree," and "Cruel War."
Who Is: Peter, Paul & Mary
This style of rock music with a less persistent beat and more emphasis on lyrics and melody. Popular musicians in this genre include Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, and Journey.
What Is: Soft Rock
This group's first performance in the United States was on the Ed Sullivan Show on February 11th, 1964- only four days after arriving at JFK. They performed titles such as "I Want to Hold Your Hand" and "She Loves You."
Who Are: The Beatles
A British Rock group, famous for originating the rock opera. Though they were primarily inspired by American rhythm and blues, they took a bold step toward defining a uniquely British rock vernacular in the 1960s. At a time when rock music was uniting young people all over the world, they were friendless, bitter outsiders.
Who Are: The Who
This artist was discovered by Berry Gordy Jr., and made his debut with his four brothers through Motown Records. He went on to have a very successful solo career, writing songs such as "Thriller" and "Billie Jean."
Who Is: Michael Jackson
This singer made frequent concert appearances in the 60's and 70's protesting the Vietnam War. She was famously present in Hanoi when the USA bombed the Vietnamese capitol. Her famous songs include "Diamonds & Rust" and "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down."
Who Is: Joan Baez
This is a loosely defined subgenre of rock music typified by aggressive vocals, heavy beat, and distorted electric guitars. Famous musicians in this genre include AC/DC, Iron Maiden, and Guns 'n' Roses.
What Is: Hard Rock
This event was not televised live, however the footage was condensed into a movie of the same name three years later. Which three-day concert took place in Bethel, New York over three days in 1967?
What Is: Woodstock
A five-piece rock group from northeastern England whose driving sound influenced Bob Dylan’s decision, in 1965, to begin working with musicians playing electric instruments. Their early hits include “Baby Let Me Take You Home” and “House of the Rising Sun,” both of which have been emulated by other artists.
Who Are: The Animals
This girl-group was founded in 1959 and was one of the first acts to be signed by Motown. The original members included Florence Ballard, Diana Ross, & Mary Wilson, and their song "Stop In the Name of Love" was a hit when it released in 1965.
Who Are: The Supremes
This musician was a prominent American folk singer, banjo player, and social activist. He popularized traditional American folk music and helped make the five-string banjo more popular. He was a member of The Weavers in the 1950s, and wrote many songs covered by other artists, such as "If I Had a Hammer."
Who Is: Pete Seeger
This was a loud, fast-moving, and aggressive form of rock music, popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Popular bands in this genre include Black Flag, The Clash, The Ramones, and Green Day.
What Is: Punk Rock
This dual-venue concert in 1985 was televised from London and Philadelphia to raise funds for famine relief in Africa. Performers included Joan Baez, Black Sabbath, REO Speedwagon, Queen, U2, David Bowie, Elton John, Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan, & Duran Duran.
What Is: Live Aid
An English rock band formed in the early 1960s in St Albans, England and led by keyboardist and vocalist Rod Argent and vocalist Colin Blunstone. The group had a British/American hit in 1964 with "She's Not There". "Tell Her No" in 1965 and "Time of the Season" in 1968—were also successful hits in the United States.
Who Are: The Zombies
This artist was one of the most famous original musicians signed by Motown. He is famous for his songs such as "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "Sunny," and "What's Going On," and he passed away in 1984.
Who Is: Marvin Gaye
Known for their catchy, traditional-sounding folk songs, this group was incredibly popular and helped introduce folk music to a new generation. Members included Dave Guard, Bob Shane, and Nick Reynolds, and their most famous songs include "Where Have All the Flowers Gone" and "Tom Dooley."
Who Is: The Kingston Trio
It song by Bill Haley & the Comets is widely regarded as the "beginning of rock & roll." This song encouraged listeners to put their "glad rags on" and "rock 'til broad daylight."
What Is: Rock Around the Clock
This group performed in Moscow as part of the "Monsters of Rock" festival in September 1991, which was a significant event as it was one of the first major Western rock concerts in Russia after the collapse of the Soviet Union. They played "Enter Sandman," "Creeping Death," & "Fade to Black" on a Soviet airfield.
Who Is: Metallica