History of Rock, Part Two
Explore rock music's evolution from 1970s to 1990s. Analyze key artists, genres, and cultural impacts.
Explore rock music's evolution from 1970s to 1990s. Analyze key artists, genres, and cultural impacts.
Dive into the dynamic evolution of rock music from the early 1970s to the early 1990s in this comprehensive course. As a continuation of Part One, this course examines how rock splintered into various styles after the psychedelic era, influenced by developments in the music business and technology. You'll explore the music of iconic artists like Led Zeppelin, Carole King, Bob Marley, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Nirvana, and many more. The curriculum covers the rise of corporate rock, punk's rebellion, the MTV revolution, and the emergence of hip-hop and alternative rock. Through expert instruction by John Covach, you'll gain insights into the cultural context of each era and analyze the music itself, understanding how rock transformed from an experimental genre to a commercially streamlined industry.
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What you'll learn
Understand the evolution of rock music from the experimental 1970s to the diverse 1990s
Analyze the impact of music business developments and technology on rock music styles
Explore the emergence and significance of subgenres like punk, new wave, and heavy metal
Examine the influence of MTV on music production, artist careers, and audience reception
Investigate the rise of hip-hop and its relationship with rock music
Understand the development of alternative rock and its cultural context
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There are 7 modules in this course
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of rock music's evolution from the early 1970s to the early 1990s. Over seven modules, students will examine how rock splintered into various styles following the psychedelic era of the late 1960s. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including the growth of corporate rock, the punk revolution, the rise of MTV and its impact on music, the emergence of hip-hop, and the development of alternative rock. Key artists and bands from various subgenres are studied, providing insights into their musical styles and cultural significance. The course also delves into how changes in the music business and technology influenced musical trends. By examining these two decades in depth, students will gain a thorough understanding of how rock music transformed and diversified, reflecting and influencing broader cultural shifts.
Introduction
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
The Growing Rock Monster (1970-77)
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Black Pop, Reggae, and the Rise of Disco (1970-79)
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Mainstream Rock, Punk, and New Wave (1975-79)
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
I Want My MTV (1980-89)
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
Heavy Metal, Rap, and Indie Rock (1980-89)
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
Alternative Rock, Rock Alternatives, and Widening Gaps (the 1990s)
Module 7 · 2 Hours to complete
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Renowned Scholar and Musician Shaping Popular Music Studies
John Covach, a distinguished musicologist and guitarist, holds B.Mus., M.Mus., and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Michigan and was a Fulbright scholar in Vienna, Austria. He has taught at prestigious institutions like Interlochen Arts Academy, University of North Texas, and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with his students securing prominent academic positions. Covach has published extensively on popular music, twelve-tone music, and aesthetics, co-editing influential works and authoring What’s That Sound?, the leading rock music textbook. He serves on editorial boards and remains an active performer, touring and recording in the U.S. and Europe.
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