Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Carl Perkins
Offers interesting biographical details on Southern rockabilly musician Carl Perkins, a 1987 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, essential songs, and recommended reading list.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Chuck Berry
Presents comprehensive biographical details on rock musician and legend Chuck Berry, a 1986 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events and essential songs list.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Dion
Read biographical information about Hall of Famer, Dion, who had ten Top Ten songs in his career.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Duane Eddy
Known for his "twang", Duane Eddy has been called "the first rock and roll guitar god". Read about the history of his music and view a list of his most popular songs.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Eddie Cochran
"Fifties-bred rebel rocker", Eddie Cochran died at only twenty-one, but still managed to have two top 500 hits. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton is the first musician to be inducted into the Hall of Fame three times: first as a member of the Yardbirds, next with Cream, and finally as a solo performer. Performing since the early 1960s, he is still an essential force...
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Fleetwood Mac
Explore the in-depth "rich and storied" history of one of the premier rock bands that spanned the decades between 1960-1990. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1998.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers
Learn general biographical information on the brief life of Frankie Lyman, who was only thirteen when he recorded his hit song "Why Do Fools Fall in Love?" A 1993 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this site includes a...
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Ramones
Features complete biographical details on punk-rock quartet the Ramones, 2002 inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, essential songs, and recommended reading list.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Santana
Offers extensive biographical details on superstar rock group, Santana, 1998 inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, recommended reading list, and essential songs.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: The Allman Brothers Band
Discover some fun facts about Southern rockers, the Allman Brothers. They are credited with creating this new form of rock and roll. Included is a timeline and list of most popular hits.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: The Animals
Part of the British invasion of the 1960s, The Animals had many top 40 hits, among them being "House of the Rising Sun". Their most popular recordings are listed.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: The Everly Brothers
The Everly Brothers are 1986 inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Best known for their "harmonized form of rock and roll, they had a string of timeless hits and influenced musicians such as the Beatles, the Byrds, and Simon...
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: The Four Seasons
American vocal group of the 1960s who kept their popularity despite the invasion of the Beatles and other British groups. They've had over two dozen Top Forty hits. 1990 inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: The Isley Brothers
Originally from Cincinnati, The Isley Brothers had their breakthrough hit in 1962 with "Shout". Over the years, the group consisted of various family members and in 1969 won a Grammy for "It's Your Thing". They remain one of the most...
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Provides complete biographical details on American classic rock band, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, 2002 inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, essential songs, and recommended reading list.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Sti Lesson 51: Song Form
Many high school students do not recognize the use of repetitive song form in rock and roll music. This lesson will introduce concepts for identifying musical structure and, more specifically, song form. A comparison of the Red Hot Chili...
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Sti Lesson 7: Using Rock to Teach Literary Devices
Jimi Hendrix's 'The Wind Cries Mary' is an ideal song, not just to illustrate personification, but also to demonstrate how poetic devices enhance the meaning of the poem. As soon as the young scholars recognize that the speaker is...
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Elvis Presley
The official site for Elvis Presley, from Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. Read a biography, an overview of his achievements, frequently asked questions, and what notable others have said of him. Good explanations of the roots of his...
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Bob Marley
Read impressive biographical information on reggae musician, Bob Marley, a 1994 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, recommended reading list, and essential songs.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: The Beach Boys
One of the greatest vocal bands of the 1960s, the Beach Boys are best known for their harmonies and unique California sound. They were inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1988.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: America Rocks and Rolls
Read a brief history of rock and roll and its roots. See why this form of music shook the establishment and shattered the idea of conformity.
PBS
Pbs American Masters: Aretha Franklin
Learn much about "The first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame". PBS portrays the life of "Queen of Soul," Aretha Franklin.
Classical Bands
Classicbands: Van Morrison
Features the life story of rock and roll singer/songwriter, Van Morrison.