Friday 30 September 2011

Folk/Rock Genre

Stylistic Origins
The formation of the genre 'folk rock' has roots in many other genres. The most notable being Folk, Rock, and Popular. Culturally, Folk/Rock was created in mid-1960s England and United States. The very first appearance of Folk/Rock as an identifiable genre was when the Los Angeles band, The Byrds formed.
They encorporated a typical elecric rock style with tradition folk rythms and chord structures.

Instruments
Vocals, Electric guitar, Acoustic guitar (Jack Johnsons choice instrument), Bass guitar, Drums, Hammond Organ, Piano, Harmonica, Fiddle, Ukulele and all frequently used instruments in the Folk/Rock genre


NOT FINISHED. TO WRITE ABOUT
  • Genre characteristics and specifics.
  • Why Jack Johnson is this genre.
  • Current bands and artists within this genre.

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