History of Rock ‘n Roll

A Tribute to the Life of Chas Smith


Archive for October, 2007

Bands Known By Initials?

history of rock and roll
╚™╗ asked:


In rock n roll history there have been quite a few bands whose moniker and names were shortened and universally recognized by abbreviated lettered names.

Like: Creedence Clearwater Revival = CCR

How many can you think of?
Whew…. Who brought the T/D fairy?
Ain’t me, I don’t do thumbs. ‹(•¿•)›


The movie (The fifties: The beat) questions? —U.S history?

history of rock and roll
kevin asked:


The movie (The fifties: The beat) questions? —U.S history?
1)What is the origin of the term “beatnik?” How does this term reflect Cold War anxieties?

2)How did the new economic power of American youth and the emergence of the youth market finance rock-n-roll?


Best Drum Solo Ever in History of Rock and Roll

emmettbear asked:


Watch and Listen to this musical madman play the drums like no other.Better than neil peart.