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One of the characteristics of Cream that influenced a lot of hard rock and heavy metal was the bottom-heavy sound created by founder Ginger Baker's use of _____
One of the characteristics of Cream that influenced a lot of hard rock and heavy metal was the bottom-heavy sound created by founder Ginger Baker's use of _____
two bass drums
The pubs in London were the birthplace of the _____ sound in Britain, beginning with Free, which was formed in 1968.
The pubs in London were the birthplace of the _____ sound in Britain, beginning with Free, which was formed in 1968.
hard-rock
Steppenwolf was a Canadian hard-rock band whose musicians had backgrounds in the music styles of _____, which influenced most hard-rock music.
Steppenwolf was a Canadian hard-rock band whose musicians had backgrounds in the music styles of _____, which influenced most hard-rock music.
blues, country, and folk rock
Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson had both been _____ singer/guitarists before joining the hard-rock group Heart.
Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson had both been _____ singer/guitarists before joining the hard-rock group Heart.
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Which structural element of British heavy-metal music was played by the bass, often started on high notes and ended on low notes, and yielded a very heavy, powerful effect?
Which structural element of British heavy-metal music was played by the bass, often started on high notes and ended on low notes, and yielded a very heavy, powerful effect?
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The powerful blues revival trio Cream's song 'Sunshine of Your Love' was organized around a blues-derived element called a _____, which is a relatively short, low, repeated melody.
The powerful blues revival trio Cream's song 'Sunshine of Your Love' was organized around a blues-derived element called a _____, which is a relatively short, low, repeated melody.
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In British heavy metal, group names such as Black Sabbath and Judas Priest shocked some parents into believing the music was satanic, but the young fans realized that the songs were more often about _____.
In British heavy metal, group names such as Black Sabbath and Judas Priest shocked some parents into believing the music was satanic, but the young fans realized that the songs were more often about _____.
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Which of the following features characterized hard rock present in Free's popular recording 'All Right Now' (1970)? (Check all that apply.)
Which of the following features characterized hard rock present in Free's popular recording 'All Right Now' (1970)? (Check all that apply.)
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Steppenwolf's recording of 'Born to Be Wild' (1968) contained the words '_____,' which gave a style of rock music a name.
Steppenwolf's recording of 'Born to Be Wild' (1968) contained the words '_____,' which gave a style of rock music a name.
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Psychedelic music's efforts influenced Led Zeppelin's use of _____.
Psychedelic music's efforts influenced Led Zeppelin's use of _____.
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Heart evolved out of a group called the Army that turned to _____ in 1972.
Heart evolved out of a group called the Army that turned to _____ in 1972.
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Sometimes the acoustic sets of Led Zeppelin were performed with band members sitting down, seeming more vulnerable than when they were _____.
Sometimes the acoustic sets of Led Zeppelin were performed with band members sitting down, seeming more vulnerable than when they were _____.
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The central concern of British heavy-metal groups was _____.
The central concern of British heavy-metal groups was _____.
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Black Sabbath had one lead guitarist, a bassist, and a drummer to back their central attraction, vocalist _____.
Black Sabbath had one lead guitarist, a bassist, and a drummer to back their central attraction, vocalist _____.
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The fans of British heavy metal indulged themselves in fantasies that represented an aggressive confrontation of _____.
The fans of British heavy metal indulged themselves in fantasies that represented an aggressive confrontation of _____.
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Despite the title and witchcraft-like symbolism on the cover of Black Sabbath's album 'Sabbath, Bloody Sabbath' (1973), the group began to _____.
Despite the title and witchcraft-like symbolism on the cover of Black Sabbath's album 'Sabbath, Bloody Sabbath' (1973), the group began to _____.
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An important ingredient of the appeal that Ozzy Osbourne had for his young, rebellious fans was his _____.
An important ingredient of the appeal that Ozzy Osbourne had for his young, rebellious fans was his _____.
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Led Zeppelin was formed by musicians who had been part of the British blues revival and in their early music, they often used _____.
Led Zeppelin was formed by musicians who had been part of the British blues revival and in their early music, they often used _____.
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Despite the critical acclaim, Deep Purple's efforts moved toward blues-influenced and riff-based _____ after 1969.
Despite the critical acclaim, Deep Purple's efforts moved toward blues-influenced and riff-based _____ after 1969.
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Many of Led Zeppelin's performances during the seventies included _____, which provided fans with a sense of intimacy with the band.
Many of Led Zeppelin's performances during the seventies included _____, which provided fans with a sense of intimacy with the band.
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What change did Judas Priest make to their sound in 1974 that expanded its power?
What change did Judas Priest make to their sound in 1974 that expanded its power?
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_____ took the hypnotically repetitious bass riff idea of Cream and Led Zeppelin and led British heavy metal into the seventies.
_____ took the hypnotically repetitious bass riff idea of Cream and Led Zeppelin and led British heavy metal into the seventies.
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The power of Judas Priest's recordings with two lead guitarists playing parallel lines suited their image, which favored the _____ look.
The power of Judas Priest's recordings with two lead guitarists playing parallel lines suited their image, which favored the _____ look.
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Over the years, Black Sabbath began to soften their dark-power-centered image and record _____.
Over the years, Black Sabbath began to soften their dark-power-centered image and record _____.
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Ozzy Osbourne received much publicity for acts that _____.
Ozzy Osbourne received much publicity for acts that _____.
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In 1986, the parents of two teenagers who attempted suicide after listening to Judas Priest's album Stained Class (1978) filed a lawsuit claiming that _____.
In 1986, the parents of two teenagers who attempted suicide after listening to Judas Priest's album Stained Class (1978) filed a lawsuit claiming that _____.
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Deep Purple was a heavy-metal band that almost turned to _____ as they combined elements of this style and heavy metal.
Deep Purple was a heavy-metal band that almost turned to _____ as they combined elements of this style and heavy metal.
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Rudolf and Michel Schenker of the Scorpions were sibling guitarists who followed the blues revival tradition of _____.
Rudolf and Michel Schenker of the Scorpions were sibling guitarists who followed the blues revival tradition of _____.
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For the first three years, Judas Priest used the most common early seventies heavy-metal instrumentation—_____.
For the first three years, Judas Priest used the most common early seventies heavy-metal instrumentation—_____.
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After the 1980 death of AC/DC's heavy-drinking vocalist, Bon Scott, the music of the band featured _____ themes.
After the 1980 death of AC/DC's heavy-drinking vocalist, Bon Scott, the music of the band featured _____ themes.
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The English band Iron Maiden built its image around the _____ favored by so many British groups.
The English band Iron Maiden built its image around the _____ favored by so many British groups.
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Alice Cooper used riffs in their music, but unlike in British heavy metal, _____.
Alice Cooper used riffs in their music, but unlike in British heavy metal, _____.
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What are the current issues portrayed by the lyrics of some Iron Maiden songs? (Check all that apply.)
What are the current issues portrayed by the lyrics of some Iron Maiden songs? (Check all that apply.)
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The British band Def Leppard formed one year after Iron Maiden and, like them, followed the _____ style of Judas Priest.
The British band Def Leppard formed one year after Iron Maiden and, like them, followed the _____ style of Judas Priest.
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A loud, passionate musician who emerged during the late sixties, known as the 'Motor City Madman,' was _____
A loud, passionate musician who emerged during the late sixties, known as the 'Motor City Madman,' was _____
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Iron Butterfly, from San Diego, California, was one of the first American groups to use _____
Iron Butterfly, from San Diego, California, was one of the first American groups to use _____
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When he first started playing, Ted Nugent learned to use all four fingers on his fingerboard hand when playing lead, which allowed _____.
When he first started playing, Ted Nugent learned to use all four fingers on his fingerboard hand when playing lead, which allowed _____.
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Ideologically, Ted Nugent differed with many rock musicians because he _____.
Ideologically, Ted Nugent differed with many rock musicians because he _____.
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The music of American heavy-metal group Alice Cooper was as _____ as the music of British heavy-metal groups.
The music of American heavy-metal group Alice Cooper was as _____ as the music of British heavy-metal groups.
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From the northeastern part of the United States, Aerosmith formed in 1970 and spent several years imitating the _____ styles of the Rolling Stones and the Yardbirds.
From the northeastern part of the United States, Aerosmith formed in 1970 and spent several years imitating the _____ styles of the Rolling Stones and the Yardbirds.
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Who worked out innovative methods to combine slurring and hammering patterns with both hands on his guitar neck?
Who worked out innovative methods to combine slurring and hammering patterns with both hands on his guitar neck?
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Ted Nugent's act with the Amboy Dukes included tricks of _____.
Ted Nugent's act with the Amboy Dukes included tricks of _____.
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What did Eddie Van Halen use as a primary instrument in the songs 'Jump' and 'I'll Wait'?
What did Eddie Van Halen use as a primary instrument in the songs 'Jump' and 'I'll Wait'?
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Why did Ted Nugent insist on using hollow-body electric guitars?
Why did Ted Nugent insist on using hollow-body electric guitars?
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Which style was adopted in the early seventies by American bands such as the punk band the New York Dolls and the New York heavy-metal band Kiss?
Which style was adopted in the early seventies by American bands such as the punk band the New York Dolls and the New York heavy-metal band Kiss?
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Ted Nugent became famous for bow-hunting for food and _____
Ted Nugent became famous for bow-hunting for food and _____
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Like the Rolling Stones, Aerosmith added _____ characteristics to their rhythm and blues style.
Like the Rolling Stones, Aerosmith added _____ characteristics to their rhythm and blues style.
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Members of the New York band Kiss wore colorful and somewhat androgynous outfits and makeup that represented them as _____.
Members of the New York band Kiss wore colorful and somewhat androgynous outfits and makeup that represented them as _____.
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Van Halen's guitarist Eddie Van Halen made use of classical techniques such as _____
Van Halen's guitarist Eddie Van Halen made use of classical techniques such as _____
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Why were eighties heavy-metal bands often called 'Hair Bands?'
Why were eighties heavy-metal bands often called 'Hair Bands?'
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What caused singer David Lee Roth to leave Van Halen in 1985?
What caused singer David Lee Roth to leave Van Halen in 1985?
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What started out as a style of dress more than music in the late sixties and early seventies with performers such as David Bowie?
What started out as a style of dress more than music in the late sixties and early seventies with performers such as David Bowie?
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Each member of the New York heavy-metal band Kiss had makeup and style of dress to fit their _____.
Each member of the New York heavy-metal band Kiss had makeup and style of dress to fit their _____.
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What continued to be popular with eighties heavy-metal bands such as Mötley Crüe?
What continued to be popular with eighties heavy-metal bands such as Mötley Crüe?
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Study Notes
Influential Bands and Characteristics
- Cream pioneered the heavy sound in hard rock and metal with Ginger Baker’s unique use of two bass drums.
- The hard-rock sound in Britain originated in London pubs, with the formation of bands like Free in 1968.
- Steppenwolf, a Canadian hard-rock band, combined blues, country, and folk rock influences, shaping hard rock music.
Notable Songs and Riffs
- "Sunshine of Your Love" by Cream features a bass riff, creating a hypnotic effect based on blues-derived elements.
- British heavy metal employed powerful bass riffs, characterized by starting on high notes and ending low, contributing to the genre's heavy sound.
Themes and Image in Heavy Metal
- Lyrics in British heavy metal often revolved around themes of fear rather than worship of evil, as exemplified by bands like Black Sabbath.
- The genre's imagery, including themes of witchcraft and death, initially shocked parents but drew in young fans looking for an expressive outlet.
- Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic vocalist of Black Sabbath, epitomized the "wild madman" image, which enhanced his appeal.
Band Evolution and Changes
- Heart, formed from the band Army, transitioned to hard rock in 1972, moving away from their folk roots.
- Led Zeppelin incorporated long instrumental improvisations influenced by psychedelic music, while their performances included intimate acoustic sets.
- Judas Priest expanded their sound by adding a second lead guitarist in 1974, enhancing their heavy sound.
Court Cases and Controversies
- Judas Priest faced a lawsuit after two fans attempted suicide linked to subliminal messages in their album "Stained Class," but the court found no supporting evidence.
- The heavy themes and sounds of AC/DC often led to radio stations boycotting their music due to its focus on sex and violence.
Development of Other Bands
- Deep Purple shifted from art rock to blues-influenced heavy metal, incorporating riff-based sounds.
- The Scorpions were significant as the first heavy metal band to tour the Soviet Union in 1988 and reflected themes of change in their song "Wind of Change."
Innovations and Techniques
- Eddie Van Halen revolutionized guitar playing with new techniques, combining slurring and hammering, and incorporated a synthesizer into his work despite initial apprehensions.
- The glam style, characterized by androgynous looks and theatrical elements, became prominent in the early 1970s with bands like Kiss and the New York Dolls.
Cultural Impact and Legacy
- Ted Nugent's persona combined rock music with a controversial stance on drugs and guns, gaining notoriety beyond music.
- Iron Maiden's lyrics often delved into themes of medieval torture and death, maintaining a consistent thematic presence in their music.
- The 1980s saw the rise of "Hair Bands," named for their exaggerated hairstyles and glam rock influence, leading to the continuation of the androgynous image in heavy metal.
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Explore the evolution of hard rock and metal music through influential bands like Cream and Steppenwolf. Discover how unique sounds and themes shaped these genres, from hypnotic riffs to dark imagery. Test your knowledge of lyrics, bands, and notable songs.
