4 Unforgettable Hard Rock Hits From 1969 That Take Baby Boomers Back in Time

In 1969, hard rock had become a mainstream sound, and four songs from the era are presented as enduring favourites for baby boomers. The selections show the range of the music, from blues-influenced rock to psychedelic sounds and early heavy metal.

Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” reached No. 4 on the US Billboard Hot 100, while The Who’s “Pinball Wizard” peaked at No. 19 in the US and No. 4 in the UK. Steppenwolf’s “Rock Me” reached No. 10 in the US and No. 4 in Canada, while Pink Floyd’s “The Nile Song”, from the album *More*, was not a chart success.