Invented by Thomas Edison in 1877, but was revolutionized in 1948 by Columbia Records with the LP record. Also known now as a record player. Changed the way songs were recorded during the 20th century.
American record label now owned by Sony Music Entertainment. The oldest lasting brand name in recorded sound. One of the first record and phonograph companies.
Famous for it's blues recordings. The "race records" were launched in 1922 and was a key to it's early success.
Allowed for Rock 'n' Roll DJ's to play songs to get music to the public and changed the way music was listened to, reaching a far greater audience than before.
Several months of extremely heavy rain caused a levee to break, resulting in the Mississippi River flooding over. Excess of 130,000 homes were lost and 246 flood related deaths were noted.
The longest lasting economic downturn in the history of the Western industrialized world. Started from the stock market crash of 1929. Folk and blues music reached a new level during this time period.
Office building located in the heart of New York's music district, had as many as 165 music business within it.
Became the most important instrument in Rock 'n' Roll
"The founder of the Delta Blues" dies of a mitral valve disorder.
Legendary blues singer dies in car wreck in Mississippi.
Great blues performer dies as the suspected victim of deliberate poisoning.
Still thriving today, founded by Johnny Mercer. Helped to provide a market for Canada.
Based in Los Angeles and originally named Juke Box Records. Known for sounds involving R&B, blues, and Rock 'n' Roll. Consisted of top artists such as Bumps Blackwell that helped spark the success of the company.
One of the most important American record labels of history, and still thriving to this day. Specialized early in rhythm and blues and soul recordings by African American musicians.
Allowed for a larger collection of songs to be put on a single disc
Following Columbia LP record, RCA came out with the 7" inch rpm record that was cute and colorful, making it very popular for young people
Most authentic form of early Rock 'n' Roll. Blue grass style with Rock 'n' Roll
Urban Blues that stems from Chicago, involving a lot of harmonica and guitar in the songs.
Style of Rock 'n' Roll that put emphasis on harmony, and instruments were rarely used. It was the most sentimental of the 5 styles we covered in class.
American record company based in Chicago. It is known as America's greatest blues label, that involved Rock 'n' Roll as well as Doo Wop.
Style of Rock 'n' Roll that created a high spirited feeling for the audience. Perfected by Bill Haley and His Comets.
People accused of communists for listening to Rock 'n' Roll
Characterized by extensive use of piano and horn sections and lyrics that reflect a New Orleans life style
"Where Rock 'n' Roll was born" The discovery of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash highlight the magnitude of how important this company was to music.
Elvis turned Rock 'n' Roll into a heart pumping performance and gained the hearts of the world
Greatest vocal group of the era
1st ever song to top Billboard chart, performed by Bill Haley and His Comets
Is a way of recording music in which separate recordings of multiple sound sources are made which are then used to create a single recording
"The father of the blues" dies of bronchial pneumonia
The sound of young America, founded by Berry Gordy Jr. and turned it into an entertainment Empire.
Buddy Holly. The Big Bopper, and Richie Valens die tragically in plane crash
Chuck Berry sent to prison for violation of the Mann Act in St. Louis, Missouri with a 14 year old girl
A recording mecca for blues, rock, and pop artists during the 1960s and 1970s.
A production formula created by Phil Spector that results in a unique sound involving multiple instruments and voices that are played together as one.
The 1960's involved the television to reach more audiences showcasing Rock 'n' Roll
Rock 'n' Roll radio DJ Alan Freed is indicted in payola scandal
Arguably the most influential band in music history, captivated audiences with innovative music and consistent top hits
Over 200,000 Americans gathered in Washington D.C. for a political rally for jobs and freedom
President John F. Kennedy assassinated in a motorcade in Dallas, Texas
Bob Dylan goes electric
Prohibits racial discrimination in voting, an act to enforce the fifteenth amendment to the constitution of the United States.
Most popular song of Beach Boys career
Beach Boys album that is the most delayed album in Rock 'n' Roll history
Martin Luther King Jr. shot to death on a hotel balcony in Memphis, Tennessee
Song written by Don Mclean that describes a story about America.
Movie directed by George Lucas that changed life for teenagers sparking romance and Rock 'n' Roll.
Bob Dylan tour with other musicians including Joan Boez, 57 different concerts
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