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MOD’s… A Kaleidoscope of Style, Music, and Social Change
The 1960s in the UK saw a vibrant and revolutionary MOD culture emerge, with a kaleidoscope of style, music, and social change. Explore the impact of this movement and its lasting legacy.
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1966 in Review: A Landmark Year for Britain
1966 marked a turning point as England won the World Cup, the Beatles went avant-garde, and tragedies like Aberfan exposed cracks amidst 60s social revolutions.
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The Power of Motown and Its Cultural Impact in 1960s Britain
Through its infectious melodies and suave style, Motown didn’t just provide the soundtrack to the sixties; it captured the spirit of a transforming nation. The arrival of this fresh, funky phenomenon triggered a Motown frenzy, as British youth eagerly embraced the label’s artists and aesthetics. Soon, the Motown vibe had permeated the cultural landscape, its influence evident in everything from dance moves to dress codes.
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1967 in Review: Revolutions and Remembrance
1967 saw The Beatles’ Sgt Pepper pioneering pop innovation, while authorities pushed back on rising nonconformity. As WWII tributes honoured the past…
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Mods vs Rockers: Britain’s 1960s Powerful Youth Cult Clashes
Mods vs Rockers: Britain’s 1960s Youth Cult Clashes
In the early 1960s, Britain’s youth broke into two sharply opposed subcultures – the mods and the rockers.
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1968 in Review: Turmoil and Awakenings
In a year of youthful rebellion and social upheaval, 1968 saw Britain stirred by anti-war protests, cultural innovation, generational divides over immigration, and an atmosphere of political and cultural awakening.
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How The Beatles & “Beatlemania” Reshaped 1960s Youth Attitudes and Culture
The arrival of The Beatles in the 1960s sparked “Beatlemania,” a frenzy of fandom that brought about significant shifts in music, media, fashion, and culture. Their success transformed pop culture and society, inspiring new trends, protest movements, and innovative approaches to marketing bands. The Beatles’ lasting impact continues to shape modern pop and rock music.
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1969 in Review: Giant Leaps and New Frontiers
1969 saw Britain straddling old and new – from the moon landing to Monty Python, investiture of Prince Charles to voting age lowered to 18, and The Beatles’ breakup to Jackie Stewart’s F1 title
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The Rise of British Fashion with Mary Quant and Biba
The 1960s were a groundbreaking era for British fashion, thanks largely to innovative designers...
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Notting Hill Carnival: Celebrating a Remarkable Journey
Notting Hill Carnival is now Europe’s largest street festival and a world-famous symbol of...
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Motown Greatest Hits
2019 marks the 60th year of MOTOWN, widely regarded as the greatest, most successful and best-loved record label in music and to commemorate this landmark anniversary Motown will be issuing a brand new Greatest Hits compilation featuring 60 tracks from across their enormously influential and remarkable history.
The 3CD version of the album features legendary Motown artists including The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Temptations, Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, The Jackson 5 and Lionel Richie.
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