energizing the economy and culture. From the global success of Star Wars in 1977 to the rise of music legends like Queen and Fleetwood Mac, the ’70s were full of contradictions and innovations.

All told, the 1970s were a chaotic decade. At home, the countercultural revolution of the '60s continued with protests against the Vietnam War and demonstrations in favor of increased women's rights.

Music holds a certain power when invoking change. Whether it be artists like The Beatles and their pushback toward politics or David Bowie coming out and re ...