The Beatles Informative Speech

When they broke up in 1970, all four members followed their own solo careers. They continued to have numerous successes, both outside and inside the music industry, with solidarity acts or becoming a famous peace activist. If John Lennon had not been murdered, he would probably have become an important political figure. To summarize, the Beatles changed pop music as we know it now. They are still an important influence of modern bands and they are recognized as the most successful group in the history of pop

From a young age, Dylan had an interest in music and was driven by several entertainment icons such as Elvis Presley and Jerry Lee Lewis. This led him to dropout of college to focus full-time on what he loved to do most: creating music. As Dylan reached his 20s, he started to produce a wide collection of songs at a very fast pace. In fact, many of these songs written during this time are presented in the album, The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan. Through the use of traditional music and meaningful lyrics, Dylan creates an album that exemplifies both protest and sorrow.

Rock music gave shape to many different counter-cultural movements which engulfed the world. Without Rock and Roll, many genres of music would never have emerged, such as: garage rock, pop rock, blues rock, and psychedelic rock. Although rock no longer rules popular music, the styles of the 1960’s still appeal to the ears of those born long after. The utopian frenzy of rock defined the music of that era, and to this day continues to structure the music we call Rock and Roll

Led Zeppelin was as influential during the 70s as the Beatles were in the prior decade. C. Credibility statement: I have been a huge fan of music and classic rock

BEATLES 1)http://www.timesreporter.com/article/20140208/News/140209379 2)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Beatles%27_influence_on_popular_culture The Beatles the famous English rock band, was formed in Liverpool in 1960. The band had four members John Lennon, George Harrison , Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr and became widely known as the best ever band of that time. The rock band influenced rock music and popular culture. In 1964 The Beatles made their first appearance on American TV and they became international stars. They did not only affect the rock and roll music but also the fashion and lifestyle .

George Strait Introduction “I want to reach the point where people hear my name and immediately think of real country music (“George Strait Quotes,” 2018).” George Strait made this happen too, with hard work and persistence. Being turned down by multiple record companies was very hard on Strait. He kept working though, and it paid off. George won many awards, was inducted in the Hall of Fame, and kept old country alive when the “urban country” era started, making him one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. Childhood Influences George Strait had many things that happened in his youth that influenced his future career.

Milton Glaser is the personification of American graphic design of the 20th century. He has influenced many and impacted the profession internationally. Milton Glaser is exceedingly creative and effective in his work. Bob Dylan’s poster was created by Milton Glaser in 1967 for the artist’s greatest hits album. The poster features the musician’s side profile as a silhouette with his hair shaped into many different curves and filled in with vibrant colours.

Argumentative Essay- Bill Haley Bill Haley was an amazing musician and performer. He had many great hits like “Rock Around the Clock” and “Crazy Man Crazy”. He was very successful, his band “ Bill Haley and His Comets” reportedly sold around 60 million records. Although some say that that he wasn’t as great as others who have entered the Rock And Roll hall Of fame, Bill Haley and his band were worthy and did deserve to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of fame. Bill Haley was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of fame in 1987 and his band was inducted in 2012.

The group had strong influences from The Beatles, The Move and The Kinks, and created a reputation for distinct visual style thanks to their original and bizarre costumes, make up and hairstyles. They received praise from their home country from early on in their career as a band, but the chances of being known internationally were

John Lennon John Lennon was one of the most inspirational singers that have ever lived.This man made dozens of beautiful songs that taught millions about peace and love.He could even sing and play popular songs when he was only 11 years old.Nothing could stop John Lennon.He even started movements like the bed in for peace protest he and his wife started.John Lennon did all of this for 1 goal, to stop war and violence in the world we live in Lennon was one of the biggest inspirations of his time and he still is to many people. During John Lennon’s career there were many factors against Lennon,but still John Lennon was unstoppable in his goal for world peace.First off Nixon hated John Lennon,Nixon used Lennons marijuana use as an excuse to try and deport him but in the trial they discovered that he only tried to deport him in order to end John Lennon from leading people against the vietnam war. Even with this he could not bother Lennon.Even after this he continued to make

Blondie This band had everyone dancing and singing along Blondie is an American rock band which was established by singer Deborah Harry and guitarist Chris Stein. They were looked upon as pioneers in early new wave and punk music in America. Blondie became popular with their 1978 recording of Parallel Lines. Coming out with hits such as “Atomic”, “Call Me”, and “Heart of Glass”. The band mixed up the sounds of pop, disco, rap and even reggae.

Jonathan Galya October 20, 2015 Many great musicians who died before the 1960’s still have left a significant impact on the world. Their music resonates with us and even in the current artist who create music now. The new style of rock and roll changed the way we listen to music, influencing modern day generations to use the same rhythm and techniques. Their legacy is in the rock and roll hall of fame, making their death a tragedy. Not only using their genius abilities but personal life to bring emotion and meaning into their songs.

The Faces was a springboard for the successful solo career of Rod Stewart and future Rolling Stone, Ronnie Wood. Songs like Stay With Me and Oh la la, could be heart with regularity on rock and roll radio stations throughout the United States and across the pond in Europe and the UK in the 1970s. By 1975, Ronnie Wood had made the decision to leave The Faces, and join The Rolling Stones, with which he has stayed and has toured for 40 years. Soon after Wood’s departure, Stewart dissolved The Faces and embarked on what would be a legendary solo career. There were several attempts to reunite The Faces over the years, but gathering the original lineup never fully came together.

Recorded between 6 April and 21 June 1966 Revolver is one of the most iconic record of the Beatles. Revolver was release after the record Rubber Soul and marks the transition of the Beatles between pop rock music and a more psychedelic type composition with a lot of improvisation and experimentation. From the use of psychotropic drugs like LCD, to the implementation of exotic instruments, Revolver is one of the most complex and innovator record of the Beatles. In 1965 after the Us summer tour, the Beatles decided to take a three months off period which gave the band members an opportunity to work in personal projects, and prepare material for the new production. During this time the band members except for Paul McCartney were experiencing

Rose told MTV he would have a new album by next summer after he quit the original band, and told MTV Slash quit the band, so he could have rights to the band’s name (Kaufman, 2004). While Rose figured out what he was doing, Slash made a side project called Slash’s Snakepit after “Sympathy for the Devil,” Guns N’ Roses last record effort, appeared in the 1994 film Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire. With their volatile personalities, after it was all over, Guns N’ Roses sold well over 20 million albums (“Guns N’ Roses,”