subject: History of Rock And Roll – The British Invasion [print this page] The British invasion refers to a golden era in the History of Rock and Roll. It is the period between the later 0s and the early 60s, when the popularisation of rock music enabled it to reach Europe. Britain in particular, was the most responsive to rock music. The period saw innovations in the garner which have shaped the form of rock music as we know it today.
The period saw a huge number of British male performers rise brilliantly. There were also plenty of female groups who came into being at this time. Their polished and elegant touch to rock music gave it a beautiful new definition. It also helped in the popularisation of the music to other countries.
This period saw the popular form of dance called Twist. The most significant artist of this period was Chubby Checker. There were also a large number of female rock band groups like The Chantals, The Crystals and so on. The music gained a new shape due to diffusion of the European culture. This gave a level of sophistication to the music that the American culture could not have given by itself.
The period was also famous for its popularisation of blues. This is a form of rock music that involves soothing notes, with beautiful, soulful words. It questioned the motives of the human heart, and the emotions that are associated with it. The intensity and the drive that was displayed by the British performers were truly legendary. These artists introduced certain new sounds that gave rock music a lot more meaning.
The development of soul music was yet another new development. It involved a diffusion of gospel music with rhythms and blues. Artists like Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and so on made the people all over the world get enchanted with their amazing songs and innovative tunes.
