Rock Anthems

Question 1

How did rock songs start to develop in the 1970’s? Give 2 examples

Answer 1

Bohemian Rhapsody - 6 minutes long and with no chorus

The Dark Side of the Moon - A concept album by Pink Floyd, where there’s a theme that links all the tracks

Question 2

Give a band for each of thee sub-genres of rock

a) Hard rock
b) Glam rock
c) Heavy metal
d) Progressive (Prog) rock
e) Punk rock

Answer 2

a) Led Zeppelin, The Who
b) David Bowie, Kiss, some of Queen
c) Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden
d) Yes, Pink Floyd
e) Blondie

Question 3

When was “We Will Rock You” released?

Answer 3

1977

Question 4

When did rock evolve? What from?

Answer 4

1960’s - rock ‘n’ roll developed into guitar-dominated music known as rock

Question 5

Give the typical nstruments in a rock band

Answer 5

Lead electric guitar
Rhythm electric guitar
Bass guitar
Drums
Vocalist

Question 6

What guitar effects are often used in rock?

Answer 6

Distortion and feedback

Question 7

When did arena rock start?

Answer 7

Mid 1970’s