1970s Rock

The Doors

Rock, pioneered in Britain by The Rolling Stones, grew from the UK Rhythm and Blues scene of the 1960s. It featured heavy rhythms, often distorted guitars and a fairly fast speed. Led Zeppelin, The Doors, Deep Purple and Black Sabbath produced heavier versions paving the way for Heavy Metal.

Marc Bolan

Glam rock was a highly theatrical style developed in the 1970s by David Bowie and Marc Bolan of the band T-rex, who often wore glamorous costumes and heavy make up and through this achieved a controversial androgynous look.

The songs were short with catchy hooks and melodies and an emphasis on a rock 'n roll sound.