MU121 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Billy Joel, John Wetton, Carl Palmer
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Prog rock had died out by end of 70s. Streamlined their sound and made it more accessible and radio friendly. Showed rock mainsteam no longer confined to young artists. Collins released in the air tonight as solo single. Peter gabriel went on to release new hits with innovative videos on mtv. Singer and keyboardist left by end of 70s. Released drama which would prove to be the last gasp of 70s prog. Howe and downes after leaving formed asia with carl palmer and john wetton. I will survive: rock bands continue to thrive. Many bands from 60s and 70s remained active in 80s without changing their stylistic approach. Bowie"s let"s dance saw him return to r&b orientation of earlier records. Paul mccartney, rolling stones, billy joel all continued to achieve mainstream success. 80s made it clear rock artists need no longer think of their careers as only a few years in the sun.
