Pop Music History

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What traits distinguish Pop music from other genres?

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Danceable beat, simple melodies, and repeating structure

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The success of who led to an increase in performers writing their own music?

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The Beatles

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What is a cover?

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Recording or performance of a song by a different artist than the original artist

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What form do we often see in Pop music?

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Verse, Chorus, Bridge

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Rhythms in Pop music are influenced by all of the following styles EXCEPT: Disco, Raggae, Rock, Country

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Country

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Who was a well known Pop singer in the 50s?

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Bing Crosby

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What new type of group did we first see in the 60s?

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The Boy Band

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Which era was the Disco Era?

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1970s

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Who was known as the "King of Pop?"

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Michael Jackson

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During which era did we see a rise in Pop stars from singing competition shows like American Idol?

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2000s