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1970s Rock Revolution: From Classic to New Wave

3/1/2026

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  • The 1970s rock genre shifted from classic rock to new styles by 1978.
  • Major releases by David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, and Pink Floyd in the early decade signaled the shift.
  • Later years saw Talking Heads, Kate Bush, and The Clash emerge.
  • The period blended new wave, punk, glam, and synth-pop, with songs like Van Halen's Eruption and The Rolling Stones' Miss You illustrating shifts in guitar techniques beyond traditional rock.