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What is the origin of rock music?

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Rooted in Rock ‘n’ Roll of the 1950s, later developed into various styles during the 1960s.

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Define ‘sub-genre’ in music.

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A smaller part of a larger genre.

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8 Sub-genres of Rock music:

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  • Surf
  • Classic Rock
  • Soft Rock
  • Hard Rock
  • Metal
  • Glam
  • Alt Rock (Alternative)
  • Pop Rock
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Surf Rock characteristics / origins:

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  • Associated with surf culture
  • Originated in late 1950s to early 1960s in Southern California
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What is Classic Rock primarily focused on?

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Commercially successful hard rock popularized in the 1970s

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What defines Soft Rock?

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  • Big productions of simple, melodic songs.
  • Most popular in late 1960s to early 1970s.
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What are the characteristics of Hard Rock?

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  • Aggressive vocals
  • Distorted electric guitars
  • Sometimes accompanied by keyboards
  • Developed in mid-1960s.
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What features define Metal music?

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  • Amplified distortion
  • Extended guitar solos
  • Overall loudness
  • Aggression
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What is Glam Rock known for?

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Male performers wearing outrageous costumes, makeup, and hairstyles; popular in the early 1970s.

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What does Alt Rock aim to be?

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The opposite of mainstream music, often associated with underground or independent styles.

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Fill in the blanks: Pop Rock is __________________ rock music that changes with the _________________________.

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[popular]
[times]

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Name the most popular band associated with Surf music.

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The Beach Boys

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Iconic bands from Classic Rock:

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  • The Rolling Stones
  • Pink Floyd
  • Led Zeppelin
  • AC/DC
  • The Eagles
  • Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR)
  • Fleetwood Mac
  • Journey
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Bands / musicians associated with Soft Rock:

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  • Fleetwood Mac
  • Hall & Oates
  • Neil Diamond
  • Elton John
  • Carole King
  • James Taylor
  • The Carpenters
  • Toto
  • Eric Clapton
  • Michael McDonald
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What defines the sound of Hard Rock?

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  • Aggressive vocals
  • Distorted electric guitars
  • Strong “rhythm section” (drums, bass, and sometimes keyboard)
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When and why did Hard Rock start to lose popularity?

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  • In the 1990s
  • Hard Rock lost popularity because of the success of R&B, hip hop, urban pop, grunge, and Britpop
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Identify three influential Metal bands.

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  • Metallica
  • Black Sabbath
  • Iron Maiden
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What are the main features of Glam Rock?

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Flamboyant style and theatrical performances.

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Name 3 key characteristics of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

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  • INSTRUMENTATION: 1 or 2 electric guitars, double bass or electric bass, drum kit, singer
  • Call and response between vocals & guitar
  • Fast tempo (140 bpm+)
  • Energetic delivery of vocals
  • Stop time (when the instruments play on 1 beat and then leave space for vocals or instrumental soloing)
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What influenced the spread of Rock ‘n’ Roll?

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New inventions like the microphone and 45 rpm record.

21
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Who is credited with introducing the prominent (most important / well-known) guitar sound to Rock ‘n’ Roll?

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What was the target demographic for classic rock radio stations?

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Originally males aged 25-34, later aged 35-44 (by 2006) and then 45-54 (by 2014). Now 55-64 (2025).

WHY IS IT CHANGING? The target demographic is aging!

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Fill in the blank: Soft Rock sometimes called _______ or ‘easy listening.’

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[adult contemporary]

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When was the commercial peak of Hard Rock?

What year / decade was Hard Rock most popular?

25
Name a song by Chuck Berry that exemplifies Rock ‘n’ Roll.
* Johnny B. Goode * Rock & Roll Music
26
What controversy surrounds 'Hound Dog'?
Big Mama Thornton recorded it before Elvis but profited much less.
27
What is the British Invasion of the 1960s?
Cultural phenomenon of the 1960s where rock & pop bands from the UK came to the US and brought British culture with them ## Footnote The British Invasion significantly influenced the music landscape in America.
28
Name the 4 Beatles.
* John Lennon * Paul McCartney * George Harrison * Ringo Starr ## Footnote The Beatles are one of the most iconic and influential bands in music history.
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What instrument did John Lennon play? | What two jobs did he have with The Beatles?
Guitar, main songwriter ## Footnote John Lennon was known for his significant contributions to songwriting and vocals.
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What instrument did Paul McCartney play? | What two jobs did he have with The Beatles?
Guitar, main songwriter ## Footnote Paul McCartney is also renowned for his melodic bass lines and vocals.
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What instrument did George Harrison play?
Bass
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What instrument did Ringo Starr play?
Drums ## Footnote Ringo Starr was known for his unique drumming style and contributions to the band's sound.
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What is the specific 1960s type of fashion called?
Mod ## Footnote Mod fashion was characterized by its bold styles and youthful exuberance.
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Who was the top icon of the Mod fashion style?
Twiggy ## Footnote Twiggy was known for her distinct look and became a symbol of the Mod movement.
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Name a band from the 1990s British Invasion.
* Spice Girls * Oasis * Blur * The Verve ## Footnote These bands contributed to the resurgence of British pop and rock in the 1990s.
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Name an artist from the 2000s British Invasion.
* Adele * Amy Winehouse * Jessie J * Taio Cruz * Ed Sheeran ## Footnote These artists are influential figures in contemporary British music.
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Fill in the blank: The Beatles consisted of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and _______________.
Ringo Starr ## Footnote Ringo Starr completed the iconic lineup of the Beatles.
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**True or False:** The Beatles were the only band to represent the British Invasion of the 1960s.
False ## Footnote Many other bands, such as The Rolling Stones and The Animals, contributed to the British Invasion phenomenon.
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What movie is considered a cultural impact of the British Invasion of the 1960s?
* Mary Poppins * My Fair Lady ## Footnote These films reflect the cultural exchange between the UK and the US during the 1960s.
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What was the first radio station to use the term 'classic rock'?
M105 in Cleveland, Ohio ## Footnote M105 called itself 'Cleveland’s Classic Rock' in 1980
41
Name one (1) of the three (3) radio stations that used 'classic rock' in 1983.
* KRBE in Houston, TX * KRQX in Dallas-Forth Worth (DFW), TX * WZLX in Boston, MA ## Footnote This was a big step in popularizing rock music! These stations were considered pioneers in rock radio.
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What is radio "programming"?
The specific *songs* a radio station plays
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What is radio "format"?
What *genres* a radio station plays ## Footnote This format is defined by the specific era and style of music played.
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How do classic rock stations differ from oldies stations?
Focus more on hard rock as opposed to soft rock, pop, soul, or R&B ## Footnote Oldies stations typically favor softer musical styles.

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