New York Rock & Roll History: The 1970s

Before the world caught on, New York was already rewriting the rules of rock.In sweat-soaked clubs and on cramped stages, a new generation rejected polished arena excess and chose something raw, fast, and defiantly real. At CBGB, unknown bands got the chance to play original music, igniting the rise of the Ramones, Blondie, Talking Heads, and the Patti Smith Group.Glam trailblazers like the New York Dolls fused chaotic rock with outrageous style at Club 82, while punk and new wave collided with funk, disco, and early hip-hop. Bruce Springsteen emerged as a superstar after a legendary stand at The Bottom Line as the Allman Brothers Band recorded At Fillmore East.Experience the passion, rebellion, and risk in New York Rock & Roll History: The 1970s. Discover the rebellious spirit that redefined rock and roll. Read more