The History of Rock

The History of Rock will begin with a look at what came before rock, and a definition. It will continue with an examination of Rock-a-billy, featuring artists like Carl Perkins, Gene Vincent, and Elvis Presley; Race Music as exemplified by artists like Ray Charles, Fats Domino, Check Berry and Little Richard; The British Invasion, including artists like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Marianne Faithful; Shlock Rock, with examples of Fabian, Chubby Checker and Annette Funicello; and the 70s, 80s and 90s.The death of rock, as exemplified by rap and artists like Lady Gaga, BTS, Psy, and Katy Perry will also be examined.