Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

acid-rock

Noun

/ˈæsɪd rɒk/

Definition

A subgenre of rock music characterized by its heavy use of distorted guitars, extended instrumental solos, and lyrics that often reflect the psychedelic experiences associated with the use of hallucinogenic drugs.

Examples

The band is known for their acid-rock sound, blending heavy instrumentation with dreamy lyrics.
Many acid-rock bands, like The Grateful Dead, became icons of the 1960s music scene.
Their latest album features an acid-rock influence that transports listeners back to the psychedelic era.

Meaning

Acid rock emerged in the mid-1960s and is often associated with the counterculture movement, creating a sound that seeks to evoke the effects of acid and other psychedelics.