Music of the 1970s Word Search
A free, large-print word search about music of the 1970s — every word in the list, with a plain hint for each one. Play it on screen, or print it with or without the answer key. Free, no sign-up.
About this theme
The 1970s had room for every sound: mirror-ball disco, glam rock's glitter, punk's raw three chords, stadium rock and the polished pop that ruled the radio. It was also the decade of the eight-track and the album as a work of art.
This word search gathers the bands, styles and dance floors of the era in one large-print puzzle. Every word is listed below with a short hint, so you can play with a friend, look things up together and share what each name brings back for you.
Play or print
- Play online: the generator opens with all 16 words already loaded.
- Print: pick Large or Extra large letters and save a black-ink puzzle as a PDF.
- Answer key: tick Show answers before printing to include the key.
- Words hide across, down, backwards and on diagonals, depending on the difficulty you choose.
Words to find (16)
In the puzzle grid these words appear as strings of capital letters with spaces removed — the usual convention for word searches. Each entry below carries a short hint.
- DISCO — dance style of the mid-1970s built on a steady four-beat rhythm
- GLAMROCK — flashy 1970s rock style worn by acts such as David Bowie
- PUNKROCK — fast, raw rock movement that began in New York and London
- FUNK — rhythm-led style built on bass lines and grooves
- ABBA — Swedish pop group behind hits such as Dancing Queen
- QUEEN — British rock band fronted by Freddie Mercury
- LEDZEPPELIN — British rock band known for songs like Stairway to Heaven
- PINKFLOYD — British band behind the 1973 album The Dark Side of the Moon
- FLEETWOODMAC — band whose 1977 album Rumours sold in the millions
- ELTONJOHN — British singer and pianist behind Your Song and Rocket Man
- BEEGEES — Gibb brothers group known for disco hits like Stayin' Alive
- BOOGIE — danceable rhythm style often paired with disco
- SUPERTRAMP — British band known for the album Breakfast in America
- AEROSMITH — US rock band of the 1970s behind songs like Dream On
- CARPENTERS — brother-and-sister duo known for soft 1970s ballads
- BLACKSABBATH — British band whose heavy sound helped shape metal
How to play
- Mark a word on screen by dragging across its letters, or tap the first letter then the last letter.
- Found words are highlighted on the grid and crossed off the list automatically.
- For paper play press Print a large-print puzzle and choose your printer or “Save as PDF”.
- Solve at any pace — there is no timer and no score to chase.
Easy-to-read details
- High-contrast letters on a clean white grid.
- Choose Easy for a smaller grid and simpler word directions.
- Everything prints in plain black ink — no background colours.
Frequently asked questions
How do I play this 1970s music word search?
Press Play online to send the complete word list to the word search maker, then generate the puzzle and mark words by dragging across their letters or tapping the first and last letter. The word list below doubles as a checklist while you search.
Can I print the Music of the 1970s puzzle?
Yes. Press Print a large-print puzzle and the generator opens with the words already loaded and the print dialog ready. Choose Save as PDF to keep a clean black-ink copy, with or without the answer key.
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