Rock music is a genre of popular music that originated in the 1950s and gained substantial popularity in the 1960s and 1970s. Characterized by a strong beat, simple chord progressions, and often revolves around the electric guitar, rock music draws from a variety of influences, including rhythm and blues, country music, and folk. The genre typically features themes of rebellion, love, and social issues.
Rock music has evolved into numerous subgenres over the decades, including hard rock, punk rock, alternative rock, and progressive rock, each with distinct characteristics and stylistic differences. The genre has produced many influential artists and bands, such as The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and Nirvana, shaping cultural movements and impacting music globally. Rock music is not just a style but a broad cultural phenomenon that has influenced fashion, language, and lifestyle.
Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK announces a highly anticipated Japan tour starting on August 16 in Ōita, covering four cities. The tour includes seven concerts featuring stadiums and domes,…