When did the electric guitar become popular?

The Electric Guitar gained popularity in the late 1930s and 1940s, particularly with the rise of big band music and jazz. Its prominence surged in the 1950s with the advent of rock and roll, driven by iconic artists like Chuck Berry and Elvis Presley. By the 1960s, the electric guitar had solidified its status as a central instrument in popular music, influencing various genres, including rock, blues, and pop.