12 best 70s songs

The 1970s were a vibrant and influential decade for popular music, and it saw the rise of various subgenres within pop music. Here are some iconic songs and trends from that era related to pop music, CDs, and vinyl:

  1. Disco Fever:

    • The 1970s marked the height of the disco era, characterized by danceable beats and groovy basslines.
    • Iconic songs like "Stayin' Alive" by the Bee Gees, "Le Freak" by Chic, and "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" by Michael Jackson helped define the disco sound.
    • Disco music was often associated with vinyl records and dance clubs.
  2. Classic Rock:

    • The 1970s also witnessed the rise of classic rock, with bands like Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, and Queen producing some of their most legendary songs.
    • Albums like Led Zeppelin's "IV," Pink Floyd's "The Dark Side of the Moon," and Queen's "A Night at the Opera" became iconic in this era.
  3. Singer-Songwriters:

    • Singer-songwriters like Elton John, Billy Joel, and James Taylor gained immense popularity in the 1970s.
    • Elton John's album "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" and Billy Joel's "The Stranger" were huge hits during this time.
  4. Glam Rock:

    • Glam rock emerged with artists like David Bowie, T. Rex, and Roxy Music.
    • Bowie's "Ziggy Stardust" persona and T. Rex's "Bang a Gong (Get It On)" are notable examples.
  5. Funk and Soul:

    • Funk and soul music remained influential in the 1970s, with songs like "Superstition" by Stevie Wonder and "Let's Get It On" by Marvin Gaye.
  6. Vinyl Records:

    • Vinyl records were the dominant format for music distribution in the 1970s, offering warm analog sound.
    • 33⅓ RPM LPs (long-playing records) and 45 RPM singles were the most common vinyl formats.
  7. Compact Discs (CDs):

    • The 1970s saw the development of the Compact Disc (CD) technology, although it didn't become commercially available until the early 1980s.
    • CDs eventually replaced vinyl records as the primary format for music in the 1980s and 1990s due to their durability and digital sound quality.

These are just a few highlights from the rich musical landscape of the 1970s. Pop music in this era was incredibly diverse, spanning various styles and producing timeless classics that continue to influence modern music today.

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This beautifully matted collector's photo presentation is an 11" x 14" collage. It contains an 8" x 10" photo offset with an additional 3" x 5" photo, coupled with a bio. All photos and bio are bevel-cut and double matted under glass. These quality collectors pieces are designed for visual appeal. This piece comes framed in a beautifully sculpted black lacquered frame. A unique collectible for any fan and they make a great gift as well.

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Greatest Love Songs Of The 70s

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The '70s were filled with some of the greatest love songs of all time. It was a decade with a wide-ranging musical mix of sounds and styles. Love songs could be soft and slow, up-tempo or rock influenced - but the messages they delivered were intense and passionate. Artists from all genres created songs that inspired us and touched our hearts. These are the songs that will bring back memories of those warm feelings and unforgettable people in our lives. The Greatest Love Songs of the '70s music collection includes 9 CDs of the best love songs of the era!

70s Love Album / Various

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70s Gold

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This two-disc set covers disco, funk, new wave, folk, rock, soul and everything else in between that made the music of the '70s so wonderfully diverse. Includes My Sharona The Knack; Love Will Find A Way Pablo Cruise; Free Bird Lynyrd Sknyrd, and more. 40 in all!

70s Greatest Hits

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Romancing The 70s: Instrumental Love Songs Of The 1970s

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Sometimes words just get in the way. These love songs get an instrumental twist to keep them warm and seductive.

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UK three CD set. Contains 60 classic tracks from the '70s including iconic pop, disco, soul and classic rock hits. Packaged in cool, slim digipak featuring unforgettable tracks from David Essex, Terry Jacks, Meat Loaf, McFadden & Whitehead, The Jacksons and many others.

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