The music industry has created some remarkably talented individuals, creating pieces of music that leaves the listener experiencing a whole range of emotions, ranging from sadness, euphoria, joy to a sense of awe. But in some cases it’s the individual’s style that makes them so memorable. And what is more memorable than an iconic hairstyle?
Here’s some of the most memorable and legendary musicians, and their even more iconic haircuts.
Morrissey – The Quiff
The chairman of the bored, the pope of mope….whatever you want to call him, Steven Patrick Morrissey is one of the most influential, and iconic pop stars that ever lived.
Although he was known for his NHS spectacles, hearing aid, oversized women’s blouses and the gladioli he had hanging from his back pocket, it’s his memorable quaffed hairstyle that he’s recognised for, and imitated by his army of fans (myself included).
This hairstyle began in the 50’s and was adopted by rockabillies, ‘Teddy Boys’ and ‘The King’, Elvis Presley.
After a period of hiatus, it was brought back by The Smiths frontman in the early 80’s and has remained popular ever since.
Amy Winehouse – The Beehive
An incredible musician, voice, persona and style, which sadly, ended in tragedy at the age of 27.
Amy Winehouse was unlike any other female singer around in the 21st century, an incredibly effortlessly soulful voice; her style is one of the most iconic in music history, in particular, her beehive.
The beehive was invented in 1960 by Margaret Vinci Heldt, a salon owner in downtown Chicago and quickly became a hit.
This style was adopted by many musicians, including The Ronettes and — more memorably — sixties icon, Dusty Springfield.
Bob Marley – Dreadlocks
Bob Marley is one of the biggest names in music history and a man that practically brought reggae music to the masses.
Although he wasn’t the first to have the dreadlock hair style (first examples of this style date back to ancient Africa), he certainly became famous for it, bringing Rastafarians to the fore.
The hairstyle was also made famous when it was adopted by Culture Club Frontman Boy George and Dead or Alive frontman Pete Burns in the eighties.
The style is currently adopted by rapper Lil Wayne.
Well that’s just some of music’s most iconic hairstyles, shaping generations of music lovers and imitators throughout the world. Are there any iconic hair styles you think should’ve been included?
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This article was written by Sam Rigby on behalf of Hershesons, the home of hair accessories and stylish hair extensions.
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