According to the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media,

music genres and styles have evolved over the decades, and many famous artists and bands have impacted it in so many ways. Without these talented musicians, music would not be what it is today.

Here is a look at the most influential and groundbreaking artists of the 1960's.

The swinging-sixties brought many firsts, from the first music video to the significant advance of racial integration in music.

Motown Record Corporation began its rise in the 60's. It was primarily owned by and featured African American Artists. Its first top ten hit was in 1960 for the song "Shop Around" by the Miracles. It peaked at number two of the Billboard Hot 100 and was Motown's very first million-selling record.

All girl group, The Supremes released their album, "The Supremes A Go-Go" in 1966 and reached the number one spot on the Billboard Album Charts. Motown Records also produced this album.

It was also in this century that Bob Dylan released the first music video for his single, "Subterranean Homesick Blues." He led audiences away from the days of audio and into the music video, even if it was just a one-shot short.

Other prominent artists of this time were The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. Both of these bands influenced and continued to influence the music world today. They will forever be recognized as some of the greatest artists and most legendary bands of all time. Listen to Tina Turner here. I Can't Believe What You Say