1960s

WBOM continues it's "20th Century Playlist" with music from the sixties.

The music of the 1960s was defined by rapid change, cultural upheaval, and an explosion of new styles that reshaped popular sound. Early in the decade, rock and roll continued evolving into more polished pop, exemplified by groups like The Beatles, who sparked the “British Invasion” and transformed songwriting and studio experimentation. At the same time, Motown artists such as The Supremes and Marvin Gaye brought soul music into the mainstream with smooth vocals and sophisticated production. Folk music also gained political and cultural significance through artists like Bob Dylan, whose lyrics reflected social change and protest movements. By the late 1960s, rock became more experimental and psychedelic, with artists pushing boundaries in sound and recording techniques. Overall, the decade reflected the energy of social revolution, with music becoming a powerful voice for identity, activism, and artistic innovation.