Disco, a genre of dance-oriented music, was one of the largest phenomena in the history of music, occurring from the mid 70's to around 1980. Click for more information.
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The teen idol trend existed from 1959 to 1964, emphasizing love and high school dating. Click for more information.
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The classic British Invasion period was from 1964 to 1967, led by the Beatles, and followed by a wave of others. Click for more information.
The Surf Sound, or beach music, focused on an idyllic Southern California 60's lifestyle. Click for more information.
Artists began using folk vocals over rock music, to develop a sound that was readily accepted by maturing rock 'n roll baby boomers in the mid to late 60's. Click for more information.
The Motown Sound heyday went from 1960 to 1972, featuring black artists and providing a means of crossover success into mainstream American music. Click for more information.
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The term Pop Rock comes from the sound designed for commercial success... 'er, popular. Click for more information.
Bubble Gum was popular from 1967 to 1972, using catchy melodies, simple cords and frequently referenced sweets, sugar, and honey. Click for more information.
Doo Wop… Significant from the mid-50's to the early 60's, emphasizing vocals rather than instruments. Click for more information.
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Pop Rock
The term Pop Rock comes from popular rock, which means music
that people like. While rock musicians like to consider themselves
authentic, non-commercial... pop rock is, well, 'er, popular.
Maybe it is commercial cotton candy, but we like the results.
Artists:
Air Supply; Elton John;
Billy Joel; Michael Jackson
Songs:
Hotel California, Eagles (1977)
Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Queen (1980)
Like A Virgin, Madonna (1984)
Everybody Have Fun Tonight, Wang Chung (1987)
I Will Always Love You, Whitney Houston (1992)