An Insight into Contemporary Rock
There is no doubt that rock music has been giving its fans something to scream about for decades. From British bands like The Beatles, The Who and Oasis to American acts like Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Pearl Jam, rock music has evolved from a simple rhythm and blues genre into a full-fledged phenomenon. In our guides, we will talk about the history, evolution and the biggest and best of British and American artist of all time.
American versus British Contemporary Rock
The American and British music scenes are very different. While both cultures have produced successful rock bands in their respective territories, the nature of their music is quite dissimilar. American-style rock music has a heavier and more…
158Radiohead Has Everything in the Right Place for Contemporary Rock
When it comes to the music industry and new artists, almost everyone has heard of them. The thing is, however, that not many people have listened to their music. This seems to be a common misconception with bands such as Radiohead, who are…
149The Red Hot Chili Peppers Old But Contemporary
You can’t stay in the limelight for as long as the Red Hot Chili Peppers have without continuously evolving. Over their 30-year career, this band has transformed from a funk-rock group to an alternative rock band with elements of punk and rap.…
158What Happened to The Stone Roses?
The Stone Roses’ career trajectory is one of the most unusual and fascinating in music history. Despite being contemporaries of bands like Oasis, Blur and New Order, the Stone Roses left all of those bands for dead with their second album.…
156Green Day is Just a Big Band!
Green Day is a band that can’t be ignored. Their music has been around for decades, and they have created some of the most unique rock vibes ever heard. While many other bands fade into obscurity, Green Day just keeps getting more popular. So…
161How Contemporary Rock Has Evolved Since the 80s
When you think of rock music, images of leather-clad rockers from the 80s probably come to mind. After all, this decade had a particularly strong focus on this type of music. It’s no wonder that there are so many people who think that rock has…
174The Biggest Bands in Contemporary Rock
Contemporary rock is a broad genre that brings together many different subgenres. It’s also one of the most popular genres in contemporary music, with some of its bands having millions of fans worldwide. If you’re looking to get into this…
193The Impact of Nirvana in Today's Contemporary Rock Scene
The impact of Nirvana has been felt in virtually every corner of the music industry. The rise of grunge in the early ‘90s gave way to a new generation of rock bands that were much less glossed-up than those that had come before them. These…
202The Bands and British Contemporary Rock
With the rise of American rock bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam back in the 1990s and the continuing success of bands such as The Foo Fighters and Red Hot Chili Peppers today, many people assume that modern rock music is a distinctly American…
159What Happened to The Happy Mondays?
The Happy Mondays were one of the most successful and influential bands to emerge from the Madchester scene in the late 1980s. They signed to Warner subsidiary Reprise Records and released their debut album in 1990, which reached number three on…
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Contemporary RockThere is no doubt that rock music has been giving its fans something to scream about for…
Contemporary Rock HistoryThe term ‘contemporary’ refers to anything that is happening right now or recently…
British BandsBritish rock music is a force to be reckoned with. From the indie scene to metal, British…
British Contemporary Rock BandsBritish rock music is a force to be reckoned with. From the indie scene to metal, British…
60S MusicThe 1960s music scene was a whirlwind of trends, subcultures, and music. It was also an era…
60s Biggest BandsThe 60s was a decade like no other. Music became more experimental and groundbreaking than it…
60s Music FestivalsAre you interested in the 60s music scene? Ever heard of the Monterey music festival? The 60s…
60s Music HistoryThe 1960s are often cited as the decade when music went crazy. From punk rock to psychedelic…
70S MusicThe 1970s was a decade with an abundance of culture. The music scene of the 70’s reflected…
80s MusicThe 1980s was an exciting time for music. Many of today’s most popular genres, including…
90s MusicThe 1990s saw the rise of boy bands, girl singers and grunge. The decade produced some of the…
90s GenresNewer music fans may not think of the 1990s as a time with a lot of variety, but there really…
Rave MusicIn the 1990s, rave culture and techno music were two of the most popular subcultures. Both have…
90s Biggest BandsThe 90s music scene was a breeding ground for new artists. The decade gave us some of the most…
U.S. Biggest Acts of all TimeThe United States has come a long way in the music industry. Once home to country singers, jazz…
The Biggest British Bands and Solo ArtistsBritish artists have played a crucial role in shaping the music industry. From rock, pop and…
Heavy MetalFrom classics like Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden to modern bands like Asking Alexandria and…
R&BR&B has a long history full of influential artists, breakout hits, and devastating lows. The…
Country MusicCountry music is one of the most popular genres in the world today. It is not just wildly…
Country ArtistsCountry music is a genre that has seen many different artists thrive, from old school to new,…
International Country ArtistsCountry music is one of the most popular genres in the world. The modern country music scene…
Country BandsCountry music is an expansive genre that has many sub-genres. It also has a lot of bands who…
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