Gone Quote by Van Morrison
“There's quite a few people getting into that - new acts coming along that are using a lot of stuff that happened in the 50s and 60s. They're completely ignoring the 70s which is kind of a turn on because to me nothing has really gone down in the 70s.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music magazine, 2015, discussing contemporary influences
He observes that modern artists often draw from 1950s‑60s styles while neglecting the 1970s, which he feels is a rich, overlooked era.
In simple terms: Artists ignore the 70s, missing its value.
Key Takeaway
Explore 70s influences in new work.
Themes
music history
creativity
trend cycles
Mood
reflective
curious
Type
analytical
musical
When to use this quote
- Band rehearsals
- music production
- curating playlists
Key Concepts
Cultural revival
artistic inspiration
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is the 70s overlooked?
- How can we integrate 70s elements today?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on past eras may limit innovation.
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