Music is an essential need of everyone around the world, regardless of culture. Everyone listens to music. Everyone loves music. It is a manifestation of human thought and soul. It can be fun, sad, happy, exciting; it's amazing!
Pop music is no doubt, well, the most popular music at the moment. Modern pop music is usually mid to fast paced, and almost always accompanied by vocals. Love and happy things are a common topic, because most people can relate to those sorts of things. Pop dates back to 1950s, where pop music started referring to a break from classical, instrumental type music.
Sub-genres include R&B and Soul. One important figure is Micheal Jackson, often called the King of Pop (a well-deserved title!). The tone of pop ranges across the emotional spectrum, so really anyone can listen to Pop.
Hip-Hop is often associated with rapping, DJ/electronic elements, and beat boxing. Hip-hop started in Bronx, New York, by the African-American youth. Since then, it has spread all over the globe, securing it's place as a very popular genre.
Many different sub-genres have submerged too, include Trap and Crunk. Hip-Hop is often fast-paced, getting you really hyped up. Dr. Dre and Eminem are considered popular modern artists. It's definitely not easy listening, but if you like the upbeat type of music that gets you pumped, Hip-Hop is perfect. It also usually has profanity, so look for that.
Rock, or Rock and Roll, started in the USA in the 1950s. It's defined by a typical rock band of percussionists and strings, often with a lead guitarist. One of the most popular figures is Elvis Presley, sometimes considered the king of Rock. Rock is pretty great, plenty of swing and charismatic guitar pieces. Since then though, many different subcultures of Rock have emerged, liked Metal and Indie.
Jazz. What can I say. Jazz is amazing, my personal favorite. Inspired by 1900s African-American culture, blues, and ragtime music, Jazz blends the most classy and melodic aspects of music. It has not changed much over the 100 years. Popular artists include Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong.
Listen to these two if you want a taste of Jazz. Seriously, they're so amazing. Jazz brings the soul out in you and makes you want to groove to the beat. It's awe-inspired. You can tell that Jazz is my favorite!
But regardless of what genre you prefer, music is absolutely essential and a wonderful part of life.
I believe music is everything too. I listen to it every day. However I think.that cultural music is a huge part of music too. I found your response unique and interesting.
ReplyDelete