The Differences Of ’70s & ’80s Rock & Roll

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Posted on 01/18/2025 4:08:46 PM PST by DallasBiff

Rock and roll evolved quite heavily in a matter of years after it became a popular genre to the masses. But one of the biggest debates, not just by purists but musical connoisseurs in general, is the endless comparisons between the ’70s and ’80s music.

But first of all, in what ways do the two decades differ in terms of rock music? Let’s start with the ’70’s first, which came just right after rock n’ roll’s decade of inception. First off, the decade was derivative but refined, in a sense that it had mastered what the ’60s have developed. For example, blues have definitely been given the rock treatment with a faster tempo and edgier sound. The decade also heralded the arrival of country rock, which has been explored before but popularized by the Eagles. Punk also came into being in this era, with the likes of the Stooges and The Clash staging war against the conventional through music. Glam rock was also popularized by David Bowie and Elton John in the UK. Lastly, it is important to note the diversity of rock genres that existed, which includes but is not limited to heavy metal, progressive rock, and hard rock, among others.

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1 posted on 01/18/2025 4:08:46 PM PST by DallasBiff

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