🎁JETHRO TULL

  • HARD ROCK

    Origins and Development:
    Emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s, evolving from blues rock. Bands like LED ZEPPELIN and DEEP PURPLE are iconic examples.
    Musical Characteristics:
    Strongly influenced by blues, hard rock focuses on rhythm and melody. Guitar solos and riffs are present but integrated into the overall composition in a balanced way.
    Sound:
    Characterized by powerful yet often melodic guitar, bass, and drums. Lyrics cover a wide range of themes.

  • HEAVY METAL

    Origins and Development:
    Developed from hard rock in the early 1970s, with bands like BLACK SABBATH and JUDAS PRIEST playing pivotal roles in its formation.
    Musical Characteristics:
    Generally heavier, more aggressive, and often faster-paced than hard rock. Guitar solos are more technical, and drumming often includes complex rhythms like double bass drumming.
    Sound:
    Distinct for its heavy use of distorted guitars. Lyrics often explore darker, more fantastical, or rebellious themes.

  • PROGRESSIVE ROCK

    Origins and Development:
    Originating in the late 1960s, progressive rock, or "prog rock," blends rock with classical, jazz, and electronic influences. Bands like PINK FLOYD and KING CRIMSON pioneered this style, pushing the boundaries of rock music.
    Musical Characteristics:
    Known for experimental and technical compositions, prog rock features long, complex songs with varying time signatures and a broad range of instruments. Concept albums and thematic lyrics are common.
    Sound:
    The sound is a mix of traditional rock instruments with synthesizers and sometimes orchestral elements, creating a rich, layered, and expansive soundscape that engages listeners.