Rock 'N' Roll

Rock 'N' Roll: 181 upcoming festivals, including 60 with tickets on sale.

Rock 'n' roll is an energetic, upbeat genre characterized by a driving rhythm section of drums and bass, often featuring electric guitar and piano, creating a lively and danceable atmosphere. Emerging in the United States in the late 1940s, it directly evolved from a fusion of gospel, blues, jazz, boogie woogie, jump blues, rhythm and blues, and country music. Iconic artists like Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and Little Richard defined its early sound and rebellious spirit. This groundbreaking genre profoundly impacted youth culture and paved the way for numerous rock subgenres.

Parent genreRock
Sub-genresInstrumental 70Garage Rock 68Rockabilly 36Surf Rock 28

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Rock 'N' Roll Festivals 2026 — Lineups, Dates & Tickets