1970s Disco

Presentation by Frank S. and Travis F.

The history of disco dancing dates back to the 1970s when African American and Hispanic communities across the United States of America popularized a music genre, that went by the name of 'Disco'. A trend that started in Philadelphia, resulted in the popular club culture, flickering multi-colored lights and heavily sequined apparel.

The 1972 album released by Manu Dibango, called 'Soul Makossa', is recognized as the first disco music record. The trend caught on quick and a dance form just as unique was showcased on disco songs performed by Bee Gees, Donna Summer, and The Jacksons.

Disco Fever (left) is the most famous disco band of the 1970s in the world.

Heatwave (right) was a 1970s disco/funk band. This is a CD of theirs.

Sister Sledge (below).

The Bee Gees (left).

A CD by Village People (left), a disco band of the 1970s.

Donna Summer (left).

Dee D. Jackson (right).

Andy Gibb (right) was a 1970s disco artist, but died due to drug abuse.

Bernard Edwards (left) was a 1970s disco artist, but died in his sleep due to pneumonia.

Disco Artists of the Past

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