Popular Rock Bands
Once Bill Haley and the Comets released their hit Rock Around the Clock in 1954, the world caught on with the trend and other aspiring artists were soon to be known as some of the most iconic rock bands in history.
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Who were the popular rock bands during the decades?
Billboard Music Chart
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Until 1955, children followed their parent's style of music. The evolvement of the 'teenager' occurred as a result of the rock and roll domination on music charts. This was instigated by Bill Haley's Rock Around the Clock when it was used as a soundtrack in the movie "Blackboard Jungle".
Prior to 1964, U.S. artists would frequently reach the top of the charts overseas as well as a few European artists.
Below are some of the popular Rock 'n' Roll songs within each decade.
Until 1955, children followed their parent's style of music. The evolvement of the 'teenager' occurred as a result of the rock and roll domination on music charts. This was instigated by Bill Haley's Rock Around the Clock when it was used as a soundtrack in the movie "Blackboard Jungle".
Prior to 1964, U.S. artists would frequently reach the top of the charts overseas as well as a few European artists.
Below are some of the popular Rock 'n' Roll songs within each decade.
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1990s
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2000s
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