Who Are Your Favorite
70s Music Artists?
If You Lived Through The 1970s You Came
Away With A Music Artist You Remember
Following the musical revolution in
the 1960s, the next decade absorbed different influences and
produced a mixture of genres.
70's music artists represented many
different styles. There was something for everyone, with
disco, soft rock, progressive rock, punk and new wave, and
more.
From Karen Carpenter To The Eagles
There were many radio friendly artists
that got a ton of airplay. The brother / sister duo, The
Carpenters appealed to moms and dads, and their kids. Karen
Carpenter's voice was one of the best in pop. Country rock,
as it was known, was a popular fusion and The Eagles had the
most commercial success with their laid back
vocals.
Enter: 70s Music Artists Playing
Heavy Metal
In contrast, Heavy Metal was alive and
well, particularly in the UK. Black Sabbath, Deep Purple and
Judas Priest were exciting to watch live and commanded a
huge following.
Australian band AC / DC have also
survived over many years, and recently had a number one
album. The kings of rock however, were Led Zeppelin. Robert
Plant was the charismatic front man whilst Jimmy Page was
the guitar maestro.
Remember Glam Rock
Music?
Glam Rock was a true phenomenon that
began in the 70's. Many talented music artists of the 70's
wore the heavy make up, and flamboyant clothes and
hairstyles. Platform shoes were the order of the day.
A Boy Named Alice Cooper Created
The "Bad Boy" Image
The older generation was shocked when
T-Rex, Queen, Roxy Music, and Slade appeared on their
screens. David Bowie led the way in 1972 when his album,
Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, was released. In
America, glam was taken to extremes with Kiss and Alice
Cooper.
70s Music Artists Also Introduced The
Progressive Rock Sound
Progressive Rock was also a movement
rooted in the 1970s. Genesis, Yes, Jethro Tull, and Emerson,
Lake and Palmer were some of the 70's music artists in this
genre. Their inspiration came from classical music and jazz,
rather than any pop music that had gone before.
Songs tended to be quite long and
lyrics were about epic subjects. LP covers became works of
art and were often packaged as gatefold. The concept album
came to the fore, with a single theme running through the
tracks. There was a high standard of
musicianship.
Don't Discount Blondie's "Heart Of
Glass"
Meanwhile, in a New York City club
called CBGBs, another revolution was taking place. Bands
such as Blondie, The Ramones and Talking Heads were
developing their style.
The scene in Britain was influenced by
them and Punk was born, partly as a reaction to the
Progressive Rock and stadium bands. The idea was that anyone
could get up and play. Songs were short and lyrics were to
the point.
Fans felt that they were on an even
footing with the likes of The Sex Pistols, Sham 69 and The
Buzzcocks.
Then Came Disco --
Ugggggggh!!
For those that wanted to dance under
glitter balls, there was disco. Donna Summer and Gloria
Gaynor were two key 70's music artists, producing the floor
fillers.
The Bee Gees too got everyone moving
with their harmonies on the soundtrack of Saturday Night
Fever and John Travolta brought in the groupies. The 1970s
were never the same again. Nuff said.
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