The 1950s were a very influential and revolutionary period of time in the music industry.
Many new styles and sounds of music evolved during this period.
Rock and roll was emerging onto the scene.
At the same time, country music was becoming more popular and mainstream.
Blues, jazz, western swing, boogie woogie and rhythm and blues were also popular.
It was only natural that there would be some overlap between these popular styles of music.
One of the early pioneers of rockabilly music was Carl Perkins.
He and his band played hillbilly songs.
However, they were played with a faster and more driving rhythm than was traditional at the time.
Perkins had a hit with the song "Blue Suede Shoes," which was later recorded by Elvis Presley.
Although Elvis later became known as the King of Rock and Roll, he had his roots in rockabilly music.
Many Elvis songs featured a rockabilly style including "Baby Let's Play House," "That's All Right," "Mystery Train," "Heartbreak Hotel," and "Blue Moon of Kentucky.
" The term rockabilly is a cross between rock and hillbilly.
This style of music had its roots in the Memphis area before spreading to the national scene.
The spread of this type of music was facilitated by the national release of rockabilly style music by several popular artists.
Bill Haley was one of the first to release a rockabilly song in the early 1950s with "Rocket 88.
" He later released such hits as "Rock the Joint" and "Rock Around the Clock.
" In the years that followed, many other artists followed the rockabilly bandwagon.
Some of the most notable performers include Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Gene Vincent and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Rockabilly music also became popular in Great Britain.
The Beatles were highly influenced by the sound.
In fact, they recorded a number of songs by Carl Perkins.
Even after breaking up, the individual members of the Beatles retained an interest in the genre.
The Rolling Stones were also influenced by early rockabilly performers.
Although the popularity of rockabilly music has fluctuated over the years, it still remains a pertinent and relevant genre.
The style has greatly influenced many modern artists such as Jason and the Scorchers, the Old 97's and Steve Earle.
These and many other eclectic artists have put their own spin on the music, keeping it vital and alive.
Rockabilly music is here to stay.
Rockabilly fashions and accessories, and images, have become increasingly popular and available to buy online.