Rock Around the Clock
Bill Haley & His Comets · 1955
39 min · 15 tracks · rock & roll
A spirited blend of upbeat rhythms and catchy melodies that fueled the rock and roll revolution.
Why this album works
'Rock Around the Clock' is significant for its role in popularizing rock and roll music across America and beyond. The title track reached number one on the Billboard charts, becoming an anthem for youth culture and a symbol of the vibrant post-war era. Its inclusion in the film 'Blackboard Jungle' further cemented its impact, linking rock music to themes of rebellion and social change.
- Career context
- When 'Rock Around the Clock' was released on December 19, 1955, Bill Haley & His Comets were already established figures in the burgeoning rock and roll scene, following their earlier hit 'Crazy Man, Crazy.' This album marked a pivotal moment in Haley's career, as it became his breakthrough record, effectively launching rock and roll into mainstream popularity and solidifying his place in music history.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sergei Trofimov· Sister Rosetta Tharpe· Duane Allman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (We're Gonna) Rock Around the Clock Standout 2:11
- 2 Shake, Rattle & Roll Standout 2:31
- 3 A.B.C. Boogie 2:29
- 4 Thirteen Women (And Only One Man in Town) 2:53
- 5 Razzle-Dazzle 2:43
- 6 Two Hound Dogs 2:59
- 7 Dim, Dim the Lights (I Want Some Atmosphere) 2:31
- 8 Happy Baby 2:36
- 9 Birth of the Boogie 2:15
- 10 Mambo Rock 2:38
- 11 Burn That Candle 2:46
- 12 Rock-A-Beatin' Boogie 2:21
- 13 R-O-C-K Standout 2:21
- 14 The Saints Rock 'n' Roll 3:30
- 15 See You Later, Alligator 2:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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