1950s
Considered the first Rock and Roll song, although, many have claimed this title. It became a #1 hit for Bill Haley and the Comets. The opening line is "One, two, three o'clock, four o'clock, rock."
What is "Rock Around the Clock?"
They were more commonly known as "The Fab 4," and had hits such as "Hey Jude," "Let It Be," and "I Want to Hold Your Hand."
Who are "The Beatles?"
She is considered the Queen of Disco Music with such hits as "Love to Love You Baby," "On the Radio," and "MacArthur Park."
Who was "Donna Summer?"
This singer was really "Burning Up" in the 80s. She was definitely a "Material Girl" who felt "Like a Virgin." Her hard work made it almost impossible for her to ever have a "Holiday."
Who is Madonna?
This singer did it again, oops! She wanted to be hit one more time. Blonde and is known as "The Princess of Pop."
Who is Briney Spears?
This was the first #1 pop hit in the United States for Elvis Presley. The song was his first recording for RCA Records. The opening lyrics are: "I found a new place to dwell."
What is "Heartbreak Hotel?"
This New York group was dreaming of California, hated Mondays, and featured hits like "I Saw Her Again," "Creque Alley," and "Dream a Little Dream of Me." The band featured the singer Mama Cass.
Who are the Mamas and the Papas?
This band began in the 1960s in England with Peter Green as the lead singer. Eventually the band relocated to the United States. After several lineup changes, by 1975, the band had added Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham to their line up and became one of the most successful rock bands of the 70s with hits such as "Go Your Own Way," "Dreams," and "Rhiannon."
Who are "Fleetwood Mac?"
A girl named Billie Jean told him he was her lover. He was injured in a Pepsi commercial that set his hair on fire. He invented a dance called "The Moon Walk."
Who was Michael Jackson?
This song, by Connie Francis, talks about the Greek god of Desire and accuses him of making her act like "a lovesick fool" and even has her carrying her lover's books to school.
What is "Stupid Cupid?"
This band wanted to "Paint It Black" for "Ruby Tuesday," and they could never get no "Satisfaction." Mick Jaggar was the lead singer.
Who are "The Rolling Stones?"
This band was a backup group for Linda Ronstadt in 1972. They formed a band, was signed to a major recording label, and had hits such as "Hotel California," "Take It Easy," and "Desperado."
Who were "The Eagles?"
A prolific artist known for his eclectic style, he blended rock, funk, and R&B. His album Purple Rain in 1984 and its title track solidified his status as a music legend.
Who was Prince?
The song "Earth Angel" was a top hit in 1950 by a group whose name would be familiar living in Antarctica.
Who are "The Penguins?"
This band had two major hits before fading from public until the 1970s and 1980s. Their major hits were "White Rabbit," a song inspired by the story "Alice in Wonderland," and their other hit being "Somebody to Love." Grace Slick was one of the lead vocalists and songwriter of the band.
Who was "Jefferson Airplane?"
This singer was from England but grew up in Australia. She had hit country singles in the United States until she starred in the movie "Grease" which transformed her image. She had hits such as "Hopelessly Devoted to You," "Have You Never Been Mellow," and a #1 hit duet with John Travolta entitled "You're the One That I Want."
Who was "Olivia Newton-John?"
This British band was at the forefront of the new wave movement, known for their catchy hooks and stylish music videos. Hits like "Hungry Like the Wolf" and "Rio" defined the sound of the decade.
Who are "Duran Duran?"
This country singer had a top 20 hit in 1957 with her first hit record entitled "Walkin' After Midnight." She would not have any other hits until 1961. She died in a plane crash in 1963. Her life story was featured in the movies "Coal Miner's Daughter," and her entire biography was a feature movie in 1985 entitled "Sweet Dreams."
Who is Patsy Cline?
This band broke up while their song made the top 20 in 1967. The song was "Different Drum," and was fronted by Linda Ronstadt.
Who was "The Stone Poneys?"
This singer was more popular in Japan that in the United States, but she was popular in the United States more as a Charlie's Angel. She played Kris Monroe, Jill Monroe's younger sister. She had only one minor hit in the United States with "Think It Over" in 1978.
Who is Cheryl Ladd?
This band was fronted by Martha Davis and was originally from Berkley, California. They had more success in Australia and New Zealand than they ever had in the United States, but their song "Only the Lonely" became one of the most played songs in 1982.
Who are "The Motels?"