"Crossing the Pond"

The British invasion had a tremendous impact on the music industry and the general populace during and preceding the 1960's. Bands such as The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and The Rolling Stones all played a significant roll on the impact of British and European influence on American music. The Beatles were the first to cross the pond and tour the U.S. There unique style and new genre attracted Americans from all social class's. These European bands are still regarded to this day as some of the most popular talented artist of our era.