Buddy Holly's Influence On Rock And Roll

The cover of the album was defined as the “rock and roll persona” and introduces the genre’s lead instrument, the guitar. (Rodman 28) Not only did Presley’s first album illustrate the main instrument that would become a popular one, throughout his career, Elvis had 114 songs on the Billboard Top 40 and 18 number one pop hits (Scrivani-Tidd). Presley helped set the standard of sales and records from all his hits and songs. After World War II, drastic changes occurred in America, like integration of the South. It was though as Elvis popularized rock music, which resulted in the integration.

One of the things that Elvis would do was when he had time off school he would go to a nearby record shop. Where him and the clerk would listen to the latest records (Love,1986). That summer Sam Phillips the owner of sun records helped Elvis record ' 'That 's When Your Heartache Begins ' ' and "My Happiness” (2018). Even though Elvis was ending his years in school his career in music is just now getting started. Throughout Elvis’s career he had earned many achievements.

The band almost fell apart as they were all in college or had a career already but they decided to give it one more go, which ended up making them very successful in the end. After the Beatles broke up Creedence Clearwater Revival “became the most successful band and the biggest singles act in the world, despite never landing a #1 single” (Creedence-Online “CCR History”). Creedence performed at Woodstock but performed late at night so very few people were up to watch. Creedence Clearwater Revival recorded “Fortunate Son” because they needed an outlet for their beliefs. Creedence Clearwater Revival created many songs to help get their messages out and were part of the popular movement so it is no surprise that they were creating such songs that relied anti-war messages like “Fortunate Son”.

When it comes to male artists, Garth Brooks was by far one of the most influential artists. Brooks story is an inspirational story of how an artist can blend rock and country into a whole new style. The world of country music embraced Brooks style known as New Country. The new style was more aggressive with increased emphasis on drums and bass, and more infused gospel and R&B. When it comes to other country artist, Brooks is not completion, becoming the best-selling solo artist in history.

Johnny Cash, also known as the Man in Black, was a singer, songwriter, guitarist with a rich, booming baritone voice. His musical career spanned half a century. However, it is hard to think of Johnny Cash without thinking of his wife, June Carter Cash. Her unconditional love and support changed his life. June rescued Johnny from his drug addiction and helped him rediscover his Christian faith.

Since the late 1980’s the music industry has seen a development in the phenomena of pop vocal all male groups referred to as ‘boy bands’. These so-called boy bands have proven to be quite the craze for young teenage girls who invest their time creating loyal followings (fan bases) for them by promoting their albums, making signs and waiting in lines for hours just to see them in concert. Each generation has their fair share of successful boy bands. For me, it was *Nsync and for my sister ,it’s One Direction. There hasn’t been a single car journey that passes by without listening to both bands followed by the both of us arguing about which one is better.

The band influenced the culture of people in big amounts was the Beatles. In 60th of 20 century they were the main figure in music. Four boys from Liverpool did a huge breakthrough in music industry. The Fab four is their name among the people, fans, and reporters. Lots of people had a dream to see the performance of the group.

The invention of rock & roll was a collaborative effort, yet many music buffs trace its beginnings back to a singer, songwriter, and guitarist named Chuck Berry. Taking what he knew from the blues, big band, swing, country, and pop, Berry developed a style and sound that uniquely spoke to the experience of the American teenager, and that appealed to white as well as black audiences. And he remains, arguably, rock & roll's most influential figure. Among those who admit to having emulated his complex guitar riffs and quick, witty lyrics in their early days are some of the most prominent bands and artists of the past 50 years--including the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, and Bruce Springsteen. Berry has spent a lifetime in the spotlight, but the spotlight has not always been kind to him.

carried on the legacy of his father by being a country singer too. But Hank didn’t just carry on the tradition, he expanded upon it, had a better career, and became more famous than his father was. Hank’s music was appealing to many people, making him very famous for the area that he was in. This area is the southern region around Louisiana, Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky. He leaves a lasting impact on society and paves the way for new singers to come and take his place when he’s gone.

The undeniable charisma and the concept of hearing from someone 'aged ' is what sets this male singer from the existing performers now crowding the entire music scene. Focusing on genres pop and soul, Conrad Sewell have been a ticking bomb just waiting to explode right after he have