The History of Rock and Roll

Show Topic: 60s Music Spotlight – The Raw Energy of Garage Rock

This Thursday, July 16th, 2026, we’re turning up the volume with a special edition of 60s Music Spotlight celebrating the exciting world of Garage Rock. Emerging in the mid-1960s, garage rock became one of the most energetic and influential movements in rock and roll, fueled by the excitement of the British Invasion and the driving rhythms of surf rock. Young musicians across America picked up guitars, formed neighborhood bands, and created a raw, powerful sound that would inspire future generations of rock musicians.

Throughout the show, we’ll revisit the artists whose straightforward, high-energy recordings captured the rebellious spirit of the era. Their music was loud, passionate, and often recorded with minimal production, giving garage rock its unmistakable character. Although many of these bands enjoyed only brief chart success, their influence can still be heard in punk rock, alternative rock, and modern garage bands today.

We’ll feature music from legendary groups including The Kingsmen, The Standells, Count Five, Paul Revere & the Raiders, The Beau Brummels, The 13th Floor Elevators, The Bobby Fuller Four, The Kinks, Tommy James & the Shondells, The Troggs, The Yardbirds, The Music Explosion, The McCoys, Love, and many more. Together, these artists helped define one of the most exciting chapters in 1960s rock music.

Join me as we celebrate the raw sound, unforgettable guitar riffs, and youthful spirit that made garage rock one of the foundations of modern rock and roll.

Mark your calendars for this high-energy trip back to the 1960s.

Don’t miss it!