Chapter 9: "Good Vibrations"

5. An album where all songs contribute to a single overarching theme or narrative.
8. Founder of Motown Records, he played a pivotal role in the success of artists like The Supremes and The Temptations.
9. Lyricist and songwriter, collaborated with Barry Mann on numerous hits, contributing significantly to the Brill Building's legacy.
13. The technique of combining two or more independent melodies to create a harmonious texture.
14. Brazilian composer and musician, key figure in the creation of bossa nova, known for songs like "The Girl from Ipanema."
16. A New York City hub for music industry offices and studios, synonymous with a style of pop songwriting and production in the 1960s.
17. Songwriter who, with partner Cynthia Weil, created many successful songs during the 1960s, including "Uptown" performed by the Crystals.
18. American trumpeter and bandleader, famous for his work with the Tijuana Brass and contributions to pop and jazz music.
19. American jazz saxophonist, instrumental in popularizing bossa nova in the United States.
20. In music theory, a sequence of chords that brings a phrase to a conclusion, creating a sense of resolution.

1. A leading Motown girl group of the 1960s, known for their string of hits and polished performances.
2. American percussionist of Puerto Rican descent, known for his contributions to Latin jazz and salsa music.
3. Influential music producer known for developing the "Wall of Sound" technique, characterized by dense, layered arrangements.
4. Stage name of Ernest Evans, who popularized "The Twist" with his 1960 cover, igniting a nationwide dance craze.
6. A prominent male vocal group from Motown, celebrated for their harmonies and choreography.
7. Co-founder and creative force behind The Beach Boys, known for his innovative songwriting and production techniques.
10. Brazilian guitarist and singer, a pioneer of bossa nova music.
11. Also known as boogaloo, a fusion genre of Afro-Cuban music and soul, popular in the 1960s.
12. Prolific songwriter and performer who, along with her then-husband Gerry Goffin, crafted numerous hits at the Brill Building in the 1960s.
15. Cuban percussionist and bandleader, influential in the development of Latin jazz and boogaloo.