Scott Joplin’s music today still has its influences in entertainment and more. His works can still be heard in everyday life, even from the neighborhood ice cream truck. Born between the years1867-1868 as an African American, just a few years after the
The Beach Boys were a first in 1985, another popular appearance was Ted Nugent in 1986. On June 6th, 1994 three bands showed Metallica, Danzig, and Suicidal Tendencies bringing in a majority of the days residents. There were many other Fair concerts throughout the years such as Def Leppard and The Blue Oyster Cult. Another appearance is Boots Randolph a Famous Saxophonist.
That year two musicians who impacted music culture found their spot in the limelight. Chuck Berry and Little Richard’s influence shaped the world of Rock and Roll as America knows it today. Berry was the first inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as he fit the rock and roll image; two times in prison and a bad-boy attitude (Kallen 183). Under Chess Records, Berry’s first song, ‘Maybelline’, reached the top 10 in 1955, making it one of his first hits. His stage presence also created a new standard for artists, including his infamous “duck walk” (Kallen 184).
OU’s fight song and “Rock and Roll Part 2” are played at every Sooner football game. These kind of songs are a popular way for fans to cheer on our football team. Ed Sheeran does it all and he does it really well. “Shape of You” is one of those songs that makes me want to get up and dance. “That’s What I Like” is another song that makes me want to dance.
On a more positive note, John looks back on the Woodstock Music Festival of 1969. John believes that this celebration took a role in defining his generation. He declares that the festival helped to provide them with an icon and show the world what they had to offer. This event affected America in the way that it changed the outlook on music and societal behavior. It also lead to a sense of empowerment among the nation.
It was an event to celebrate the growing hippie culture and bring the counterculture into the mainstream. Three days of peace and music, its anti-war messages integrated into the music resonated hard with the crowd. Jimi Hendrix, Born John Allen Hendrix in the King’s County Hospital in Seattle in 1942 with his father James “Al”, and mother Lucille. Young “Jimmy” as his friends and father called him, was interested in music from a young age and was inspired by all of the popular musicians of the time, B. B. King, Buddy Holly, and Muddy waters. Jimmy would clean the house while listening to his father's music and would take jam breaks using his mop like a guitar, his father took notice and got him a one-string ukelele, and a few years later when Jimmy was 15 his father bought him a second-hand acoustic
Seth Goot Mr. ElRite Honors English 9 1 May 2017 Louis Armstrong and the Right Stuff Louis Armstrong was a trumpeter and Jazz virtuoso. Based on Tom Wolfe’s description of “the right stuff” in his novel, he would agree that Louis Armstrong has these special and righteous qualities. Armstrong displays these qualities through his humble attitude and ability to influence the jazz industry throughout his successful career. Having “the right stuff” is not just being able to do the right things, which is what the phrase, “the right stuff” implies, but it is the ability to be successful while maintaining a humble attitude at the same time. Secondly, you have to act as if your actions are needed, but not need be spoken about, relating to Armstrong’s
The Beatles and Sergeant Pepper, who they are, where they came from and where are they now? John Lennon and Stuart Sutcliffe are credited with naming the band that was formed in the 1960’s “The Beetles”. Stuart was the first bass player for the group. After meeting, falling in love with and became engaged to Astrid Kirchherr a Hamburg photographer, he left the group to continue his art career. However, at the age of 22 he died of an aneurysm.
Jimi Hendrix died on September 18th 1970 and is still considered one of the best musicians of all time (“Jimi Hendrix” Encyclopedia of World Biography). Jimi Hendrix’s Captivating and influential Image proves him to be one of the most
Figures from all walks of life have paid tribute to rock ‘n’ roll pioneer Chuck Berry after the announcement that he had died at a home in Missouri. Berry’s hits were covered by the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, the Beach Boys and many more, and members of all those bands posted messages on Twitter expressing their sadness. Chuck Berry 's life and career in pictures View gallery Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger wrote: “I am so sad to hear of Chuck Berry’s passing. I want to thank him for all the inspirational music he gave to us.
July 20, 1969 mission commander Neil Armstrong and pilot Buzz Aldrin accomplished the momentous Apollo 11 landing, making them first humans on the moon. The success of this once insurmountable feat showed people that making true change in the world is attainable. This newfound confidence flowed into the 70s and caused an immense influx of ingenuity. Music prospered through the renowned artists like Led Zeppelin, Elton John, The Rolling Stones, and Marvin Gaye to name a few. Songs conveyed powerful meanings, for example through the 1971 song Imagine John Lennon revealed controversial anti-Vietnam War attitudes, which helped bring the country to a state peace and unity.
After the success of the Monterey Pop Festival, many people were looking for a new festival to attend. Woodstock was highly anticipated and people from all around the country travelled to New York to see the once of a lifetime event. It was a place where like minded people gathered to listen to music, camp, and spread their message. To play at Woodstock was a huge privilege. Bands such as the Jimi Hendrix Experience, the Who, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Janis Joplin, Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young, and the Grateful Dead.
Wednesday, September 28th, the marching blues go to the an annual hummer performances. The band gets to perform when it’s their turn but they also get to see other bands perform too. The performing are WRHS, Hayden, Highland Park, Topeka West, Shawnee Hights and Seaman. Each band cheered each other on while one band performed their show.
On the day of Sunday April 10th, I went to a jazz ensemble concert at the Trinity University Ruth Taylor Recital Hall. This hall was much larger than the previous performance I attended. My first impression of the group was that they were relaxed and comfortable. For instance, when the drummer winked the drummer gave when the director explained his switch from the trumpet to drums.
Drugs and Rock n’ Roll: A Deadly Creative Culture? The use of various types of drugs, running the gamut from softer substances like marijuana to proverbial hard drugs like heroin and cocaine, is deeply tied to the history and culture of the rock n’ roll genre. Indeed, drug use and rock n’ roll music are intertwined in a manner that is almost mythical. From the legendary alcohol usage of the enduring Rolling Stones to the tragic and drug-related deaths of members of the 27 Club such as Kurt Cobain and Amy Winehouse, it very much appears that drugs have represented both destructive and creative forces within the context of rock n’ roll.
