Glam rock is a style of rock music that developed in the United Kingdom in the early 1970s and was primarily defined by the flamboyant clothing, makeup, and hairstyles of its musicians, particularly platform shoes and glitter.

glam rock, musical movement that began in Britain in the early 1970s and celebrated the spectacle of the rock star and concert. Often dappled with glitter, male musicians took the stage in women’s makeup and clothing, adopted theatrical personas, and mounted glamorous musical productions frequently characterized by space-age futurism.

2024年7月2日 · Glam rock, also known as glitter rock, emerged in the early 1970s as a musical genre characterized by its flamboyant and extravagant style. It combined elements of rock and roll with a theatrical flair, featuring musicians who dressed in glittery costumes, bold makeup, and elaborate hairstyles.

Early glam rock musicians combined bubblegum pop with elements of psychedelic rock to create a sexually charged, otherworldly form of pop rock music. The musical effect was complimented by an outrageous fashion style that cut through traditional gender determined constraints.

2023年6月29日 · Glam rock is a genre of rock music that emerged in the early 1970s, characterized by male performers donning elaborate makeup and flamboyant clothing, blurring the lines between gender identities, and taking the stage by storm.

2024年10月18日 · Glam rock sparked a cultural evolution, with its thrilling music, spectacular costumes, and a dash of provocative sexual tension.

2019年2月17日 · Read a basic guide to classic 70s Glam Rock music and a history of how the style fits into other areas of pop and rock music.

2020年12月15日 · Glam rock's aesthetic persists in artists ranging from shock rocker Marilyn Manson to pop megastar Lady Gaga. So what happened to glam rock, anyway? Glamour goes mainstream, rock-and-roll style

Glam rock was fairly simple, crunchy guitar rock put across with outrageous theatricality. Most of the music was unabashedly catchy, with melodies drawn from teenage bubblegum pop and hip-shaking rhythms from early rock & roll.

Glam rock is a genre of rock music that was popular in the early 1970s. It was made famous by acts such as David Bowie, Elton John, T. Rex, Alice Cooper, Slade, Gary Glitter, Queen and Sweet.