What is known collectively as the greatest and most iconic era of rock-and-roll history- The British Invasion- comes to the Waterbury Public Library via author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin and Zoom. Gitlin is a prolific author and fabulous presenter with video and music clips, making this nostalgic journey back some 60 odd years, a memorable one. The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Kinks, Hollies, Dave Clark Five and the Who are just some of the influential British Invasion superstars that Gitlin highlights, along with the American response from such icons as the Beach Boys, the Mamas and Papas, Temptations Byrds, Monkees, and Simon and Garfunkle with live video performances.

How did these artists influence pop culture and society? Gitlin compares and contrasts musical styles from opposite ends of the pond. Trivia questions include identifying song snippets. Q&A follows the presentation. If you haven't seen Gitlin in action, you are in for a treat!

Martin Gitlin has won more than 45 awards during his career as a freelance writer and journalist. He has authored more than 200 books, mainly in the educational market, but recently has turned his attention to pop culture and sports. Gitlin has graced the Library's Zoom platform since the pandemic hit. Previous programs include: The Ultimate Presentation of Red Sox Nation, A Funny Program about Funny Programs and A Celebration of Animation, covering the sports, sit-coms and cartoons genres respectively. Join the library for another great presentation with Gitlin's trademark research, trivia, humor and charisma. The Zoom link will be made live prior to the event, here: https://www.waterburypubliclibrary.com/british-invasion/ November 14th from 7-8 PM via Zoom.

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