Videorockabilly

Learn the origins and usage of the word rockabilly, a term that defines a high-energy musical genre and a vibrant cultural aesthetic. This lesson explores how the word functions as a portmanteau of rock and hillbilly, blending rhythm and blues with country music stylings from the 1950s. We cover everything from the signature slap-back bass rhythm to the vintage fashion subculture associated with the name. Discover how to use the word as both a noun and an adjective while exploring related terms like psychobilly. Watch this lesson to master the history and application of this foundational rock and roll term.