Welsh pop and rock music

Tom Jones and Shirley Bassey dominated Welsh pop in the 60s.

In February 1965, Tom Jones released the hit single, It's Not Unusual, the start of his long career.

Meic Stevens established himself in the 60s and the record label Sain was founded in 1969 in Cardiff by Dafydd Iwan and Huw Jones.

Max Boyce established himself in the 70s and in 1973 he recorded the album Live At Treorchy (rugby club).

Meic Stevens released his single Y Brawd Houdini, Edward H. Dafis became a popular rock group and Geraint Jarman's reggae inspired music became popular in Wales.

Tom Jones in 2016.
Bonnie Tyler (right) in 2013.
Duffy in 2008.