From American Songwriter · Melanie Davis · · 50s
6 Bands Formed in 1967 That Shaped Rock ‘N’ Roll
Six bands formed in 1967 created rock classics still heard today.
In brief
Six bands formed in 1967 created rock classics still heard today. Six bands formed in 1967 shaped modern rock music with enduring hits. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Fleetwood Mac
Fleetwood Mac formed in 1967 by Peter Green, Mick Fleetwood, Jeremy Spencer, and Bob Brunning.
Blue Öyster Cult
Blue Öyster Cult started as Soft White Underbelly in 1967 after a critic managed them.
Genesis
Genesis formed in 1967 and helped establish progressive rock as a mainstream genre.
Jethro Tull
Jethro Tull formed in 1967 with flautist Ian Anderson as a UK band.
Chicago
Chicago formed the day after Valentine’s Day in 1967 with horns and keys.
What matters most
Six bands formed in 1967 shaped modern rock music with enduring hits.
