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1970
1970 in British Music
The Beatles split, heavy rock rises, and the 1970s begin with a bang.
Key Events
- •The Beatles officially disband — a decade-defining partnership ends
- •Black Sabbath release their debut — heavy metal is born in Birmingham
- •Glastonbury Festival's first edition held at Worthy Farm (tickets: £1)
Dominant Genres
Heavy RockProgressive RockFolk RockGlam
Notable Trends
- →The singer-songwriter emerges as a major force (Cat Stevens, Elton John)
- →Glam rock's earliest stirrings — Marc Bolan goes electric
- →The end of the 1960s dream creates space for darker, heavier music