Music and Concerts
The British invasion proved to have an enormous impact on the world of music, primarily rock and roll in America. The success of British groups in America led to the integration of British Skiffle and rock and roll into American jazz and blues, and influenced various American bands such as The Monkees.
Concert etiquette was also changed radically with the British Invasion, for both performers and fans. A notable example of this was the extravagant destruction of the Who's sets following their performances.
"Rock for me about catching fire on stage, going the extra mile." -Pete Townshend(14)
"Rock for me about catching fire on stage, going the extra mile." -Pete Townshend(14)
Finally, the popularity of rock and roll was greatly altered by the British invasion. For the first time, rock and roll music was seen as mainstream, and no longer just music young people danced to. The incredible performers of the 1960's left a prominent footprint in the history of rock and roll which is still noticeable today.