How did rock and roll music change popular culture in the post-war years? Since its rise to popularity in the United States in the late 1940s and early 1950s‚ rock and roll music has played an enormous role in influencing several different genres of music in this modern day and age. The makings of a new‚ fresh‚ and exciting kind of music came to be as a result of the strong combination of two very important things: technology and popular culture. With the unorthodox juxtaposition of different
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The sounds of music‚ water to the mind and soul of men. From the most melodious orchestra to the most sensational pop song‚ the art of sound and Melody has evolved hand in hand with humans. Throughout the years‚ I have come to love many kinds of musics‚ but only three of them hold a special place in my heart. The first type of music is the orchestra. These are thematic musical numbers usually seen in movies or video games. It’s composed from the ground up to be the formless embodiment of a scene
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The lyrics‚ "It’s been a long‚ long time coming / but I know‚ a change’s gonna come" reflect the emotions of many blacks across the United States during the early years of the Civil Rights Movement. Although not the official and well-known anthem with power like "We Shall Overcome"‚ "A Change Is Gonna Come" by Sam Cooke is equally as potent of a song. While both songs are inspired and modeled after traditional gospel structures‚ with a score that seems to belong in a sanctuary more than on a radio
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Musicians carry an impeccable challenge to convey their stories through their respective instruments that is relatable to their own and other people’s lives. Music is an incredible form of expression that requires tireless dedication and effort by musicians to master their craft so that they can efficiently convey said message to their audience. Dating back to African American spirituals (far back towards the 17th century)‚ music has been a fundamental and progressive influence on our American culture
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THE LONG SEXUAL REVOLUTION Sexuality was redefined in France through what Historians and Sociologist considered then “The Sexual Revolution.” In recent years‚ historians have begun to emphasize the gradual nature of the sexual revolution that took place in the West from the late 1950s to the early 1970s. Deeming it the “long sexual revolution‚” they deemphasize the significance of any single event or moment in favor of a longer view that recognizes a slow and steady process of change. The Long Sexual
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In order to be considered on this list‚ the singers must be able to command an audience with his or her vocals. Each artist on this list have powerful and distinctive voices. Number One: Axl Rose. Rose is the frontman for the legendary band Guns N’ Roses. He is arguably one of the most unique voices in rock music. Notorious for his lead vocals in "Welcome to the Jungle‚" "Live & Let Die‚" and "Sweet Child O’ Mine." Rose’s aggressive and badass voice has made him a staple in the world of Rock music
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George Jones was one of the best and unpredictable country music stars that performed during his time. He was well known for being a crooner and fans loved him. Although his lifetime dream rising to being his career‚ he had his downfalls. However‚ George Jones is one of the greatest country music singers that ever lived. During the year of 1931‚ in Saratoga‚ Texas on September 12 a soon to be country music icon was born‚ George Glenn Jones. Although‚ born into a poor family and his father being
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GREAT ALBUM OF ROCK AND SOUL I have been a Yes fan‚ more than I have been any other band’s fan. Even in this era of innumerable options to diversify and expand your music collection‚ the band has continued to keep a hold on my mind. So‚ when I listened to Yes the Album‚ I believe that words are simply not enough to describe my ecstasy. For a band who had pretty much been struggling to find their feet with their last two albums‚ it actually seemed like they had suddenly discovered their direction
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For my History Day topic‚ I chose Andy Warhol. Andy Warhol seemed to be a good topic because I have had an interest for pop art for a long time. Andy Warhol is one of the biggest‚ most popular icons from the pop art movement. This movement started the 1950s in the United States and Great Britain. Warhol led the pop art movement and was always on the cutting edge of art‚ music‚ and popular culture. During the course of his career he produced paintings‚ films‚ commercials‚ print ads and many other
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Juan Osong There is a story from the olden days about Juan Pusong. Juan Pusong was a watcher of· cows. The cows were in a corral along the beach. One day Pusong went to the corral to inspect the cows. What he did was to cut off the tails of all the cows and bury them in the ground so only their tips showed. He then opened the corral and drove the ·cows into the forest. After this he reported to the king. He told the king: ’Senor‚ all the cows in the corral burrowed into the sand except for
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