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- 1. Style of music characterized by improvisation and syncopation.
- 4. Genre of music that originated in Jamaica, known for its offbeat rhythms.
- 5. Upbeat style of blues and rock music, often featuring piano.
- 7. Caribbean music style with African and European influences.
- 9. Style of music with rhyming lyrics and a strong rhythmic beat.
- 10. Genre of dance music popular in the 1970s.
- 11. Genre of music known for its strong bass lines and syncopated rhythms.
- 13. Music genre that combines elements of gospel, rhythm and blues, and jazz.
- 14. Genre of Christian music with dominant vocals and lyrics about faith.
- 16. The pattern or flow of beats in music.
- 18. Genre of vocal-based rhythm and blues music popular in the 1950s.
- 19. Record label known for its soul and R&B music in Detroit.
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- 2. Music genre originating from Louisiana, blending elements of blues and French Creole music.
- 3. Complex style of jazz music characterized by fast tempos and improvisation.
- 6. Genre of music that originated in African American communities in the Deep South.
- 8. Style of Jamaican music with upbeat rhythms and brass instruments.
- 9. Early style of Jamaican music, precursor to reggae.
- 12. Music style popular in the early 20th century, with syncopated melodies.
- 15. Style of jazz music characterized by a strong rhythm and section.
- 17. Popular genre of music that includes rapping and beats.