How it came about
When did rock and roll originate?
1940s and 1950's
Known as "The King of Rock and Roll"
Elvis Presely
The First rock song to become world famous
Rock around the Clock
Alternative Rock started in what decade?
The 80's
Who was ACDC's lead singer?
Brian Johnson
Rock and Roll came from White People covering Black artists songs from which genre
Rhythm and Blues
AC-DC is named after which part on a Sewing Machine?
Power Switch
Song has a haunting quality by the Eagles
Hotel California
Nirvana and Pearl Jam were culminaed by what Rock sub-genre from the 80's?
Alternative Rock
Who was Led Zeppelin's lead singer?
Robert Plant
When was the term "Rock and Roll" given
1951
This Black artist was born in Minneapolis, MN
Prince
This famously known song by Queen features an iconic piano intro
Bohemian Rhapsody
Duran Duran, The human league, and Depeche mode led what 2 sub genres of RnR?
New Wave and Punk Rock
Who was Queens lead singer?
Freddie Mercury
What genres influenced the rock 'n' roll genre?
Blues, gospel, jazz, rhythm and blues, and country music
Known as "The Heaviest Band of All Time"
Led Zeppelin
This song by "The Police" has themes of obsession and surveillance
Every Breath You Take
MTV and what became popular during this time?
Music Videos
Who was the lead singer for the Rolling Stones?
Mick Jagger
Who gave the name "Rock and Roll"?
Alan Freed
Axl Rose
This song is known as the first rock and roll song
Rocket 88
Hair Metal was lead by what 3 bands?
Bon Jovi, Poison, and Motley Crue
Who was the lead singer for Black Sabbath?
Ozzy Osbourne