ping the war. One of the most popular protests was the music festival called “Woodstock” it had great importance in spreading the word of peace and rebellion. The music was very successful in bringing enlightenment on the feelings of the young people during this time. Because of much of music’s’ message of rebellion and protest it often encouraged the use of drugs and free love. If Rock was not around during this time a lot people would not have spoken their mind, many more people may have been killed in Vietnam, and issues very important today may have never been brought to the attention of the people living in the United States.During all this time a quieter and less popular form of music had already exploded in many community around the country, Gospel. It was a form of spreading religion though exciting and fun preaching in the form of music. It was a change from the restrained singing popular in the 18th century, having loud upbeat rhythms. It was originated by the blacks and was for many years considered disrespectful and rude. Although, it eventually worked it’s way into every church in America. It offered a new open way of worship.History has shown us that the music we have loved and hated through out the life of this country has had such an important role in almost every big event in the history of this country. Without it our country may have been very different and maybe even a little dull. If history has taught us anything it is that music is at the top of the list for its importance in American culture, economy and life style....
