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Break Rock DownAuthor: Kate M
Let's talk music! Have you ever heard the terms "Yacht Rock," "Space Rock," or "Punk Rock" thrown around? Have you wondered what these subgenres are, or what they sound like? In this podcast we break down various genres of rock music. We talk about how the genre came to be, some stylistic characteristics of the genre, and tell stories of notable artists who pioneered the genre. If you're a fan of rock music looking to expand your horizons/explore genres you may have heard of, but not heard, learn about the many different branches of rock music with us. Language: en-us Genres: Music, Music History Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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11. Stadium Rock/Arena Rock
Saturday, 1 July, 2023
What is Stadium/Arena Rock? Let’s define Stadium Rock, talk about its history, identify what it sounds like, and talk about some popular bands that made it iconic. Let’s see. How many of these bands' names ring a bell… Journey, KISS, Styx, Kansas, Rush, Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, Boston, Motley Crue, AC/DC, Def Leppard, Guns n’ Roses. One or two? If you’ve even turned on classic rock radio, even for just a second, you’ve probably heard some Stadium Rock. Stadium rock is made up of just what it sounds like - bands that are popular enough to fill up a stadium, put on a hell of a show, and songs that are produced for mass appeal. To learn more about the many, many, many different genres of rock music, subscribe to Break Rock Down on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Episode Links: Stadium Rock Spotify Playlist How to Play Power Chords Mötley Crüe co-founder Mick Mars takes band to court: Here’s what we know so far PSources: Arena Rock Arena Rock Music Guide What is Stadium Rock Arena Rock Music Overview The birth of arena rock - The Guardian The Rolling Stones 1969 Tour When pop music got big: 1968 and the birth of arena rock Journey Biography KISS Biography Van Halen Biography Bio - Motley Crue AC/DC
