num_pages: 292
description: The primary purpose of this book is to depict the rise and fall of the rock festival phenomenon. There were many trends that evolved out of the upheaval and instability of the 1960's, but few were as compelling to those under thirty as the rock festival. Before it fell victim to violence, and before it was commercially exploited to the point of no return, the rock festival symbolized the temporary triumph of a counterculture and led to a new proliferation of rock music. The festival concept helped the music form take on a new shape and assume a much larger position in the popular music spectrum. Festivals also provided a volitile generation with a much-needed emotional outlet. For some it was the only true celebration of the age.
language: English
title: Aquarius rising: The rock festival years
titlecomplete: Aquarius rising: The rock festival years (A Delta book)
genres: Music
ratings_count: 6
publisher: Dell Publication