Chuck Berry

Chuck Berry: The Father of Rock and Roll Chuck Berry. I. Early Life and Background Charles Edward Anderson Berry was born on October 18, 1926, in St. Louis, Missouri. Growing…

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King Crimson

King Crimson: The Architects of Progressive Rock’s Outer Limits King Crimson. Formation and Early Vision King Crimson was formed in 1968 in London, England, by guitarist Robert Fripp and drummer…

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Jethro Tull

Jethro Tull: Masters of Progressive Folk Rock and Flute-Driven Innovation Jethro Tull. Formation and Origins Jethro Tull was formed in 1967 in Blackpool, England, and quickly became one of the…

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Genesis

Genesis: From Prog Visionaries to Pop Powerhouse Genesis. Formation and Early Days (1967–1970) Genesis was formed in 1967 at Charterhouse School in Surrey, England, by a group of students: Peter…

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Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mac: From British Blues to Global Rock Royalty Fleetwood Mac. Formation and British Blues Roots (1967–1974) Fleetwood Mac was formed in London in 1967 by: Peter Green – Guitar,…

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Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Emerson, Lake & Palmer: The Bombastic Virtuosos of Progressive Rock Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Formation and Origins Emerson, Lake & Palmer — often abbreviated as ELP — was formed in…

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Eagles

The Eagles: American Rock’s Harmonious Storytellers The Eagles. Formation and Origins The Eagles were formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1971 by four musicians who had been backing Linda Ronstadt:…

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Dire Straits

Dire Straits: Masters of Melodic Precision and Storytelling Dire Straits. Formation and Origins Dire Straits was formed in London in 1977 by: Mark Knopfler – Lead vocals, lead guitar, songwriter…

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