Music Genres Review

A sub-genre of New Wave Music

The Rolling Stones were the most influential band in the development of pop music in the 60's

Hip Hop originated in the 70s

Skiffle became popular during what decade?

A popular girl band from the 90s from the presentation in class:

What became a major force in rock music in the 60's?

Swing is in ____ time with _____ beats in the bar and has a medium to fast _______.

This genre may have contributed to the civil rights movement.

_____and___ are featured heavily in jazz.

What does "four to the floor" mean (Disco)?

Punk music became most popular where?

In the late 1970s, outdoor rock music festivals began.

What music genre influenced jazz? (1990s)

This genre was created during the 1920's and continues to be popular today

Swing is typically performed by a ______

Skiffle was usually performed using very expensive instruments. This set the genre apart from others.

Bass guitar and electric guitar are considered Celtic instruments.

Punk used raw unprocessed sound. Guitar sounds were often distorted.

1950s American Rock and Roll grew from the combined styles of _____________

A popular boy band from the 90s from the presentation in class:

Frank Sinatra was the biggest name of Swing in the 40's.

A style of popular music of US black and hispanic origin, featuring rap with an electronic backing.

Dance/Electronic music became popular in the 2000s