Rock music originated in the 1950s from genres like blues, gospel, and jazz. It is characterized by the use of electric guitars, bass guitars, and drums. Some of the most popular rock groups include The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and Queen. The Beatles became one of the most successful bands of the 1960s, popularizing rock music worldwide. Elvis Presley was also influential as one of the earliest rock artists, known as the "King of Rock and Roll".