Part 2: The Birth of Rock and Roll

History of Rock

In this part, we delve deeper into the emergence of rock and roll as a distinct musical genre. We discuss the impact of early rock and roll hits like "Rock Around the Clock" and "Hound Dog," as well as the role of radio and television in spreading the music to a wider audience. We also explore the influence of other genres on rock and roll, such as jazz and swing.

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