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British Blues Movement Prominent in Late 1960s
The British Blues Movement became most prominent in the late 1960s through albums by bands like Cream and The Rolling Stones, as artists like Eric Clapton faced a split between traditional blues and rock while groups like Led Zeppelin inspired American bands.
During this time, the careers of John Mayall, Eric Clapton, and Peter Green reached a turning point as the blues scene split into traditionalists and those leaning toward rock music.
Bands including Free, Led Zeppelin, and Jethro Tull took their first steps toward their 1970s success, inspiring American bands.
Classic Rock magazine editor Siân previously worked as deputy editor at Total Guitar magazine. Throughout her career, she has interviewed artists such as Brian May, Slash, Jeff Beck, James Hetfield, Sammy Hagar, Alice Cooper, and Manic Street Preachers. She hosted The Classic Rock Magazine Show on TotalRock and TeamRock radio, and contributed to outlets including Metal Hammer, Guitarist, Total Film, and Cult TV.
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