1960s

The 1960s marked a revolutionary decade in rock music, with bands that redefined culture and sound. The Beatles led the British Invasion and changed pop and rock forever with their innovative songwriting and studio experimentation. The Rolling Stones brought raw blues-rock energy, while The Who and The Kinks added aggression and theatrical flair. In the U.S., The Beach Boys crafted lush harmonies and complex arrangements, and bands like Jefferson Airplane and The Doors pushed psychedelic and countercultural boundaries. This era laid the foundation for modern rock, fusing rebellion, creativity, and mass appeal like never before.

Derek and the Dominos: The Passion and Tragedy Behind Layla
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Derek and the Dominos

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Van Morrison: Celtic Soul, Mysticism, and Timeless Voice
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Van Morrison

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The Zombies
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The Zombies

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The Yardbirds
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The Yardbirds

The Yardbirds: Pioneers of Psychedelic Blues and Guitar God Incubator I. Formation and Early Roots The Yardbirds formed in London in 1963, emerging from the British blues boom alongside The…

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The Mamas & the Papas: Harmony, Heartbreak, and the Sound of the ’60s
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The Mamas & the Papas

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The Doors: Psychedelic Shamans of Rock ‘n’ Roll
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The Doors

The Doors: Psychedelic Shamans of Rock 'n' Roll The Doors. Formation and Origins The Doors formed in Los Angeles in 1965, blending psychedelic rock, blues, jazz, and poetry into a…

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The Byrds: Folk Rock Pioneers and Architects of Psychedelia and Country Rock
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The Byrds

The Byrds: Folk Rock Pioneers and Architects of Psychedelia and Country Rock The Byrds. I. Formation and Early Days (1964–1965) The Byrds formed in Los Angeles in 1964, uniting folk…

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The Animals: Blues-Driven Rebels of the British Invasion
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The Animals

The Animals: Blues-Driven Rebels of the British Invasion The Animals. I. Formation and Early Background The Animals formed in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, in 1962, emerging from the local jazz…

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Roy Orbison: The Velvet Voice of Rock’s Lonely Heart
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Roy Orbison

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Free: Soulful Blues Rockers Behind “All Right Now”
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Free

Free: Soulful Blues Rockers Behind “All Right Now” Free. Formation and Lineup Free was formed in London in 1968 by four remarkably young but talented musicians: Paul Rodgers – Vocals…

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