The Doors stand as one of the most singular, provocative, and influential bands in the history of rock music. Formed in Los Angeles in 1965, the group consisted of Jim Morrison (vocals), Ray Manzarek (keyboards), Robby Krieger (guitar), and John Densmore (drums). What set The Doors apart from their contemporaries was not only their sound, but their philosophy a fusion of rock, blues, jazz, poetry, and existential exploration that challenged the boundaries of popular music.
The Runaways were far more than a teenage novelty or a provocative footnote in rock history — they were a groundbreaking all female hard rock band that challenged gender norms at a time when rock music was overwhelmingly male dominated. Formed in Los Angeles in 1975 by producer Kim Fowley, the band emerged from the raw energy of 1970s glam rock and proto punk, bringing attitude, volume, and unapologetic presence to a scene that rarely made space for young women with electric guitars.
Rose Tattoo are an Australian rock and roll band, now led by Angry Anderson, which formed in Sydney in 1976. Their sound is hard rock mixed with blues rock influences, with songs including “ Bad Boy for Love”, “ Rock ‘n’ Roll Outlaw”, “ Nice Boys”, “ We Can’t Be Beaten” and “ Scarred for Life”. Wikipedia
Susan Kay Quatro (born June 3, 1950), known professionally as Suzi Quatro, is one of the most influential and groundbreaking figures in rock history. An American singer, songwriter, bassist, and actress, Quatro is widely recognized as the first female rock star to achieve major international success while playing her own instrument, redefining the role of women in rock music during the 1970s.
Nazareth are a Scottish hard rock band formed in 1968 that had several hits in the United Kingdom, as well as in several other West European countries in the early 1970s. They established an international audience with their 1975 album Hair of the Dog, which featured their hits “ Hair of the Dog” and a cover of the ballad […]
