MUSL-1650 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Hard Rock, Bisexuality, Frank Zappa
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Unprecedented amounts of money were being generated by rock musicians. In the age before mtv, live shows were more essential part of bands" careers. This song from 1975 toys in the attic album. Considered by many to be the greatest american rock band. In 1986, this song was rerecorded with rappers run dmc and became a hit again. Steven tyler (vocals), joey kramer (drums), tom hamilton (bass), brad whitford and joe perry (guitar) During this era, some groupies became famous in their own right. Pamela de barres, most famous member, has become a well-known author. Advocated sexual freedom, including androgynous stage personae and sometimes open bisexuality. This song from young americans album was his first #1 hit in us. Quintessential glam artist, but has had varied and diverse career, including film acting. Image influenced by japanese kabuki and avant-garde theater. This song co-written with john lennon and carlos alomar.