Viewed by folkies as the instrument of cheaters, the electric guitar was considered a sexually charged shortcut that could be cranked up to mask a lack of ability and artistic integrity. While folk fans and musicians seemed to accept the electric guitar in the hands of black blues musicians, they clearly detested the instrument when played by white pop-rock bands singing silly love songs.
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
The times were a-changin' …
… When Bob Dylan Went Electric - WSJ. (Hat tip, Dave Lull.)
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