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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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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 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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Baby Love Meets My Girl: Inside the Story of Motown’s Dynamic Duo
The Supremes and Temptations began as two fledgling groups with a harmonious bond seeded on the streets of Detroit. This enduring connection between Motown’s most glamorous girl group and dashing male vocalists traces back to their origins as the Primettes and Primes
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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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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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1962 In Review: A Retrospective Journey Through Time
The year 1962 looms large in Britain’s cultural memory. It was a year of profound change,...
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1963 In Review: A Retrospective Journey Through Time
1963 a pivotal year for Britain as the Profumo scandal, Great Train Robbery, rise of Beatlemania and more signalled the dawn of dramatic societal changes ahead.
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1964 in Review: The Winds of Change
As the Sixties swung into gear, 1964 proved a monumental year for Britain, with seismic cultural shifts via the Beatles’ US invasion, Labour’s return to power, Match of the Day’s launch, and more propelling the nation into a transformative new era.
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1965 in Review: A Year of Change and Firsts
1965 proved a pivotal year for the UK as cultural & political upheaval fuelled the revolutionary spirit of the 60s.
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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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