MUS 121 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: American Pop, Country Music, Parody Music
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Popular music always existed; pop music as a separate genre is a new invention. Developed from tin pan alley in new york city: area in new york city where music publishers lived, strong association with vaudeville traditions. American music saw a shift in native music tradition: early america had a strong folk music tradition, over time, this folk music was assimilated by music industry. Directly descended from trends in the commercial music industry. Pop music covers a wide variety of genres and styles (hozier, nicki minaj, taylor swift, and panic! Easy listening: pop tunes feature catchy melodies and lyrics, pop tunes use simple harmonies. Strong beat: pop music is often danceable , encourages movement such as dancing or foot-tapping. Extramusical association: associated with ideas and events outside of music itself. Locations associated with live concerts, club, restaurants, or other places. History contains references to social, political, or economic events.