Musical Genres

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Across
  1. 1. (4): A genre of music that emerged in African American communities in the United States in the 1960s, characterized by its use of syncopated rhythms and prominent bass lines.
  2. 6. (10): A genre of music that uses electronic instruments and technology to create and manipulate sounds.
  3. 8. (4): A genre of popular music that emerged in the 1950s and is characterized by a strong beat and amplified instruments.
  4. 9. (4): A genre of music that emerged in African American communities in the United States in the 1950s and 1960s, characterized by its use of gospel-influenced vocals and prominent rhythm section.
  5. 10. (4): A genre of rock music that emerged in the mid-1970s, characterized by its fast tempo and rebellious attitude.
  6. 12. (5): A genre of music that is associated with independent record labels and artists, often characterized by its DIY aesthetic and diverse influences.
  7. 13. (6): A genre of music that emerged in African American and Latino communities in the Bronx, New York City, in the 1970s, characterized by rapping and beatboxing.
  8. 15. (3): A genre of music that emerged in African American communities in the United States in the 1940s, characterized by its use of soulful vocals and prominent rhythm section.
  9. 16. (6): A genre of music that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s and is characterized by its syncopated rhythms and socially conscious lyrics.
  10. 17. (4): A genre of music characterized by improvisation, syncopated rhythms, and a swinging feel.
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  1. 1. (4): A genre of music that is often associated with traditional or acoustic instruments and lyrics that tell stories about everyday life.
  2. 2. (5): A genre of rock music that is characterized by its heavy use of distorted electric guitars and powerful vocals.
  3. 3. (9): A genre of music that emerged in Europe during the Baroque era and is characterized by its use of orchestral instruments and complex arrangements.
  4. 4. (3): A genre of music that is broadly popular and commercially oriented, often characterized by catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms.
  5. 5. (6): A genre of Christian music that is characterized by its use of choirs and emphasis on religious themes.
  6. 7. (7): A genre of music that originated in the Southern United States and often features lyrics about rural life, love, and heartbreak.
  7. 11. (5): A genre of music that originated in African American communities in the Deep South of the United States, often characterized by a melancholy sound and lyrics about hardship and heartache.
  8. 14. (5): A genre of music that combines vocal and instrumental music with drama, usually performed in an elaborate setting.