RockDoc

The power chord remains after forty years a very familiar sound associated with rock music. It is simple to play and sounds that dig their hooks in. However, it can be repetitive and today, it seems that it is being overused. Besides rock music, we intend to see just how versatile the power chord is and how many styles of music can it be found in. We have traced the history of the power chord back to the 1950’s with a rock song called “Rumble” by Link Wray. We are interested in looking at the social implications of the power chord as well. Through interviews with local bands, along with b-roll footage of their performances, a possible animation sequence, a presentation of exactly what the power chord it and demonstrations on the street to show how simply the power chord can be played, we are exploring the power chord and see just what it is all about. With live performances, interviews, and animations we plan to show the many views on the powerchord.