Acid Rock

Acid Rock: 22 upcoming festivals, including 9 with tickets on sale.

Acid rock is a psychedelic rock subgenre defined by extensive improvisation, lengthy instrumental solos, and often sparse or absent vocals, creating an immersive, often heavy soundscape. Emerging from the mid-1960s counterculture, particularly the San Francisco Sound, it was heavily influenced by the experimental use of psychedelic drugs and the burgeoning rock scene. Iconic artists include The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Pink Floyd, The Doors, and Jefferson Airplane. This genre profoundly shaped the live music experience, emphasizing extended jams and a free-form approach.

Parent genreGolden Age / Classic Rock