The Influence of World War II on Musical Movements and the Emergence of Krautrock in Germany

Musical movements like rock 'n' roll, jazz, blues, and grunge have often arisen from human conflicts. The devastation of World War II led to a cultural revolution with teens in Britain and America embracing bands like the Beatles, while in Germany, the younger generation grappled with the aftermath of their country's history. Krautrock bands emerged, inspired by free jazz, hippies, and leftist politics, as they tried to redefine German identity.