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1967 in British Music

The Summer of Love: Sgt. Pepper, flower power, and the first global satellite broadcast.

Key Events

  • The Beatles release Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band — changes the concept of the album forever
  • Pink Floyd release their debut The Piper at the Gates of Dawn
  • The Beatles perform 'All You Need Is Love' on the first global satellite TV broadcast 'Our World'

Dominant Genres

Psychedelic RockPopBlues RockFolk

Notable Trends

  • Album artwork becomes an art form in itself
  • Pirate radio stations (Radio Caroline, Radio London) force BBC to launch Radio 1
  • The psychedelic aesthetic transforms fashion, design, and live performance

Key Artists of 1967

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