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About the Course

This course, part 2 of a 2-course sequence, examines the history of rock, primarily as it unfolded in the United States, from the early 1970s to the early 1990s. This course covers the music of Led Zeppelin, the Allman Brothers, Carole King, Bob Marley, the Sex Pistols, Donna Summer, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince, Metallica, Run-DMC, and Nirvana, and many more artists, with an emphasis both on cultural context and on the music itself. We will also explore how developments in the music business and in technology helped shape the ways in which styles developed. Emerging out of the experimental and ambitious years of late-60s psychedelia, rock splintered into a variety of styles in the 1970s as the music business continued to expand. By the end of the decade, punk and disco had challenged the excesses of the hippie aesthetic, as rock became more commercially streamlined and radio friendly. The emergence and rise of MTV transformed pop music and propelled the careers of Michael jackson and Madonna, while heavy metal and hip hop dominated the late 1980s. Nirvana leads alt-rock's return to simplicity in the early 1990s....

Top reviews

SH

Sep 29, 2020

Fascinating - really filled out my knowledge and understanding and introduced me to new music - despite having lived through much of the history. Enjoyed the laid back but informed videos.

AP

Feb 12, 2021

Continuing from Part One, the History of Rock course segues into the music scene of 70s and beyond. A thoroughly enjoyable course for anyone interested in any form of music in general.

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By Carlos

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Sep 24, 2021

It was really fun to know all the faces of Rock and Roll, very interesting and amazing

By Koos J

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Sep 20, 2017

Another very interesting course. Enjoyed it so much and I'm so sad it's finished now!

By Melanie L

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Dec 1, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed this course and learned so much. The professor is excellent.

By Andrew G

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Aug 29, 2015

Excellent Course. Really enjoyed the content and the teachers style in delivery.

By Callum W

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Nov 25, 2023

Amazingly well done, the structure and the teaching is spot on! absolute blast!

By Travis W

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Jul 24, 2017

As with all of Professor Covach's courses, this one is five stars plus.

By maria g

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Aug 28, 2022

Really interesting!!!

Lerana lot and made me know much more history!!

By 동현 김

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Dec 23, 2017

I love this class as a Korean who loves Rock music, which never dies!

By Fear A

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May 5, 2017

So much facts, interesting lessons, smart and intelligent professor!

By Joy S

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Mar 9, 2016

Love this instructor. Want more. Wish he could play music clips.

By Emilio V

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Feb 3, 2019

A must, If you want to understand and enjoy the history of rock.

By Riffka S

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Oct 17, 2021

This was perfect, I strongly recommend this course to everyone!

By Holly H

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Mar 13, 2017

Great Professor, interesting enhancement to my knowledge!

By Garner G

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Apr 22, 2022

Fascinating and mind-expanding! Thank you Prof Kovach!!

By Bill W

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Mar 8, 2016

well researched and presented in a very informative way.

By Timothy R H

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Nov 30, 2015

Great study series of Rock artists, bands, and events!

By M W

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Oct 26, 2020

The Professor was excellent! The course was thorough.

By Tamis B

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Dec 3, 2021

Fabulous and informative. Loved every second of it.

By Renato E A

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Nov 4, 2021

curso muy didactico con muchas cosas para aprender

By Maurice W

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Jul 3, 2022

Clear and precise information for study and learn

By Dot

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Apr 15, 2017

Fantastic course! Too bad there's no part 3...

By Robin H

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Jun 28, 2023

Excellent instructor. Comprehensive course.

By John C

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Jan 31, 2019

Excellent course. I really enjoyed it.

By Christos K

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Apr 29, 2018

Excellent course, really enjoyed it!

By Helena C

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May 24, 2016

it's super helpful and interesting!