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==Foundations of rock==
==Foundations of rock==
Rock is characterized by a strong back-beat, simple repeated phrases, and electrically amplified instrumentation such as [[guitars]]. However, although this music seems simple to the untrained ear, an attempt by an untrained musician will ultimately end up sounding similar to nails on a chalkboard or George W. Bush's voice - which are synonimous at this point.
Rock is characterized by a strong back-beat, simple repeated phrases, and electrically amplified instrumentation such as [[guitars]].
==Instrumentation==
==Instrumentation==
==Cultural Impact==
==Cultural Impact==
The music is often associated with rebellion because it's loud and obnoxious, (again, like George W. Bush's voice) style was repulsive to traditional and closed-minded parents (such as most conservapedians). It grew more popular during the 70's, when [[Hippies|the Hippie movement]] spread. Whether everybody genuinely wanted peace in [[Vietnam]], or they just liked Jimmy Hendrix, Rock n' roll kept it's rowdy and independent spirit. Ever since it began, it's been drawing young people together to promote peace and acceptance, and has been rebelling against the tyranny that has become the United States.
The music is often associated with rebellion because it's loud and obnoxious, (innovative?), style was repulsive to traditional parents. It grew more popular during the 70's, when [[Hippies|the Hippie movement]] spread. Whether everybody genuinely wanted peace in [[Vietnam]], or they just liked Jimmy Hendrix, Rock n' roll kept it's rowdy and independent spirit. Ever since it began, it's been drawing young people "out on [their] own / like a rolling stone" (Bob Dylan).
==Rock sub-genres==
==Rock sub-genres==
There are many genres of rock music, such as [[hard rock]], [[soft rock]], [[heavy metal]], [[country rock]], and many others.
There are many genres of rock music, such as [[hard rock]], [[soft rock]], [[heavy metal]], [[country rock]], and many others.
==Worldwide popularity==
==Worldwide popularity==
The popularity of rock music has spread worldwide. One place other than America where rock proved especially popular was [[Britain]], home to [[The Beatles]].
The popularity of rock music has spread worldwide. One place other than America where rock proved especially popular was [[Britain]], home to [[The Beatles]].
Some countries create their own version of rock, which is still rock, since the defenition is not limited to American or British music, often adding lyrics of the singers' native country.
Some countries create their own version of rock, often adding lyrics of the singers' native country.
==Early rock pioneers==
==Early rock pioneers==