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About Psychedelic rock
Psychedelic rock is a music genre that emerged in United States and United Kingdom in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of rock music and psychedelic music.
Well-known performers associated with it include The Beatles, The Doors, John Lennon, Jim Morrison, Paul McCartney and The Rolling Stones.
Psychedelic rock has given rise to 6 subgenres on this site, such as Space rock, Acid rock, Neo-psychedelia and Raga rock.
From Wikipedia
Psychedelic rock is a subgenre of rock music that originally emerged during the mid-1960s, inspired by psychedelic culture and centered primarily around the influence of psychoactive and hallucinogenic drugs. The music incorporated new electronic sound effects and recording techniques, extended instrumental solos, and improvisation. Many psychedelic groups differ in style, with the label often applied inconsistently.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Psychedelic rock.
Key artists
- The Beatles
- The Doors
- John Lennon
- Jim Morrison
- Paul McCartney
- The Rolling Stones
- Jimi Hendrix
- David Bowie
- Pink Floyd
- George Harrison
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Psychedelic rock?
Psychedelic rock is a music genre that emerged in United States and United Kingdom in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of rock music and psychedelic music.
Where and when did Psychedelic rock originate?
Psychedelic rock originated in United States and United Kingdom in the 1960s.
Who are famous Psychedelic rock artists?
The Beatles, The Doors, John Lennon, Jim Morrison, Paul McCartney and The Rolling Stones.
Sources & credits
- Wikidata Q206159 – CC0
- Wikipedia: Psychedelic rock – CC BY-SA 4.0
- MusicBrainz genre – CC0
- MokkaMusic - Exotic Jam (Psychedelic 70s Rock - Exotic Psychedelic Rock Jam) by Mokka - No Copyright Music – CC BY 3.0
- TeknoAXE - Heavy Psychedelic Espionage (Retro-Rock-Funk, psychedelic rock) by TeknoAXE's Royalty Free Music – CC BY 3.0