Casper in the 1950's

What was America like in the 1950's? Navigate through this blog and learn bits of history for yourself!

Monday, January 12, 2015

Music and Entertainment


 More TV programs began to emerge in the Entertainment industry and made their way into suburban homes all over the country. Radio programs, as well, especially when the classic genre of rock'n'roll music opened everyone's eyes and mind. It came to shock when even black performers, like Chuck Berry, made his way into the industry. 


Teenagers became more exposed to the entertainment more than any other age group, and appealed to the King himself, Elvis Presley.  Parents didn't appreciate them, however, because of Elvis's 'inappropriate dance moves' and the simple fact of Berry's skin color. But, what can you do with a 'rebellious' teenager?

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