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I THINK I REMEMBER THE 1960'S

They say “If you remember the '60s, you really weren't there.”

A cable car climbs a San Francisco Hill
The Summer of Love in San Franisco


Here at Memory Lane Radio, we 'Think' we were there and we loved it. The sixties.

The 1960s was a decade of musical revolution and innovation, with the UK contributing greatly to the global music scene. The UK Top 40 music charts of the 1960s reflected this cultural upheaval, featuring a diverse range of artists and genres that defined the era.

A 1960's photo of the Beatles in black and white
The Beatles

The Beatles, undoubtedly the biggest band of the decade, dominated the charts with hit after hit. From their early upbeat rock n' roll sound to the more experimental and psychedelic sounds of "Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band", they revolutionized the music industry and set the bar for future artists.


Photo of the Rolling Stones in the 60's, sitting on the concrete floor
Rolling Stones getting their arses cold

Another iconic band of the decade was The Rolling Stones,

known for their blues-inspired rock n' roll sound.

Hits such as "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" and

"Jumpin' Jack Flash" cemented their place

as one of the greatest rock n' roll bands of all time.


Alongside rock n' roll, the 1960s saw the rise of Motown and soul music, with artists like Marvin Gaye and Smokey Robinson delivering chart-topping hits. The 1960s also saw the birth of the British Invasion, where British musicians such as The Who, The Kinks, and The Yardbirds brought their unique sound to the United States and the world.

The summer of love poster with a VW Van
Summer of love VW

Folk music also had its place in the UK charts, with artists like Bob Dylan and Simon & Garfunkel introducing new sounds and themes to the music world. The 1960s was also a decade where new musical genres emerged, such as psychedelia, represented by bands like Pink Floyd

and The Jimi Hendrix Experience.

Janis Joplin photo from the 60's
Janis Joplin has a fag




Photo of Jimi Hendrix playing guitar
Jimi Hendrix saving his teeth




With their innovative sounds and mind-bending lyrics, they paved the way for future generations of artists to explore and push the boundaries of music.

A black and white collage of bands and artists from the 1960's
Collage of bands and artists from the 1960's

In conclusion, the UK Top 40 music charts of the 1960s was a testament to the cultural revolution and musical diversity of the era. From The Beatles to The Rolling Stones, from Motown to psychedelia, the 1960s saw a wealth of musical talent and innovation that continues to influence the music industry today.

You will hear all of them and more on Memory Lane Radio. It's as if you were there!

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