Origins of Rock and Roll
Socio/Political Movements
Today's Music
Famous Artists
Musical Genres
100

This guitar is one of the most popular styles of electric guitar still sold today.

What is The Les Paul, a solid body electric guitar?

100

The 40s brought a twist to Jazz music after this significant historical event. From this movement, songs like God Bless America, My Country Tis of Thee etc. became considered Popular Music. 

What is World War II?

100

This artist recently performed "Not Like Us," at the Superbowl.

Who is Kendrick Lamar?

100

Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole are all male artists who became popular due to their vocal quality, they are categorized as this vocal artist. 

What is a crooner? 
100

The most popular genre of the 1930s. 

What is Jazz music?

200

This genre of band was created in the 60s to ensure that musicians were in charge the sound they were producing, performing live and the message they were sending. 

What is a self-contained band?

200
The Second Wave of the Women's Movement and the Civil Rights Movement heavily influenced the genre of music that was most popular during this decade. 

What is the 60s?

200

This artist recently bought back her masters, and now owns her original music. 

Who is Taylor Swift?

200

The passing of Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin marked the end of a free love era of music, jumpstarting this decade of escapism through art.

What is the 70s? 
200

One may argue there were at least 3 proper introductions made amongst music created "across the pond." This popularized artists like The Beatles, David Bowie, Elton John etc. 

What are the British Invasions of Rock and Roll?

300

There are many sub-genres of Rock and Roll music. Glam Rock highlights the importance of aesthetics and visualization, whereas this genre highlights experimental choices within Rock Music. Possibly incorporating orchestral instruments, choir vocals, and even unusual instrumentation. 

What is Progressive Rock? 

300

DAILY DOUBLE:

Social Studies teacher, Mr. Reddy, plays this instrument and will be performing with the Jazz Band at the Senior Assembly. 

What is the Electric Bass?

300

This artist won Album of the Year at the Grammy's for a Country Album.

Who is Beyonce?

300

Artists such as Linkin Park, Rage Against the Machine, and the Beastie Boys may all be found categorized in this musical genre created in the 90s. 

What is NuMetal or Rap Metal or Rapcore?

300

Combining Folk music with Blues music creates this genre popularized within the 40s. 

What is country music?

400

The combination of a culturally specific genre, and the addition of these musical principals allows for the creation of the Fundamental Formula of Rock and Roll. 

What is African American Blues, paired with speed and electricity? 

400
With the introduction of widespread technological advancements in the 90s, music was easy to self - produce. What genre rose to popularity in the 90s due to it's influence on the music production industry. 

What is Punk? 

400

Hey! Ya, this band is being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on November 8, 2025. 

Who is Outkast?

400

Artists who focus on their appearance and performance style are categorized as Glam Rock Bands. Name one artist particularly from the 1980s who would be categorized as a Glam Rock Band. 

Who is Guns and Roses? Who is Def Leppard? Who is Motley Crue? Who is Bon Jovi? 

400

The Big Four consisted of these four bands, highlighting a classic rock sound that carried heavy metal out of the 80s and preserved the sound we know and love today as Rock and Roll music. 

Who are Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax, and Megadeth?

500

Rock and Roll is categorized through these three pillars. They highlight sound production, connection to text, and energy.

What are Apathetic to Negative Sentiments, Refusal to Conform, and Aggressive Beats and Rhythms?

500

The idea that one must question their belief system. Music brought diversifying groups together, creating this societal pressure. 

What is Moral Panic?

500

This legendary UK Rock Band announced their Farewell Tour in 2025. Beware, answering this question may make other's question if you are an owl...

Who is The Who?

500

This artist is known for coining the phrase, 'rhythm and blues had a baby, and it's name is rock and roll'. 

Who is Little Richard?

500

NWBHM stands for this acronym. 

What is New Wave of British Heavy Metal?