Electronic Dance Music Evolution
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Who were the members of Destiny's Child?

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  • 30
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    • Which song did Beyoncé release in 2008?

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    What significant technological advancement occurred in the 1980s that impacted electronic music?

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    Which of the following genres is characterized by a strong, steady beat designed for dancing, and emerged in the 1980s?

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    Which band is credited with popularizing electronic music in the 1970s using synthesizers and drum machines?

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    What was the term 'electronica' used to describe in the 1990s?

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    What influential movement used recorded sound and effects to advance music, which later affected electronic music?

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    Which music festival is known for being held in a muddy field and attracting half a million attendees?

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    What does ARMY stand for in relation to BTS?

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    What was a significant event that BTS participated in during 2018?

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    Which album did BTS release in 2014?

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    Which band member enlisted in the South Korean army in 2022?

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    Which British band did BTS collaborate with in 2021?

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    What themes do BTS's songs commonly explore?

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    What year did BTS first perform at the Grammy Awards?

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    Which characteristic is true of ambient music?

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    What helped define the chiptune genre in the 1970s and 1980s?

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    Which of the following describes the evolution of techno music?

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    What is a notable feature of the dubstep genre?

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    Which genre is closely associated with the use of digital errors to create soundscapes?

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    Which instrument was invented by Léon Theremin and is played without physical contact?

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    In what way does trance music typically differ from other electronic genres?

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    What is the primary musical style associated with the early Chicago club scene?

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    Which artist is noted for their contributions to darker techno music?

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    Study Notes

    Electronic Dance Music

    • Electronic dance music, played on electronic instruments, is a varied genre of music that became widespread from the 1950s.
    • It often features a prominent steady beat, counted in fours, that drives the listener to move their bodies and dance.
    • This makes it the perfect music to be played in clubs and at festivals.

    How did it happen?

    • French composers like Pierre Schaeffer created montages of recorded sounds using tape.
    • The groundbreaking use of modifying effects such as playing sounds backward and the use of echo would inspire many practical advances in music.

    Although by the 1980s

    • Electronic musical devices became affordable.
    • Devices from different brands were not compatible with each other.
    • In 1982, MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) standard was set.
    • Keyboard players could now control the sound of many different instruments from a single keyboard.

    In the 1970s

    • The German band Kraftwerk was one of the first groups to make electronic music popular.
    • Influenced by Karlheinz Stockhausen, their dance music made use of newly invented synthesizers and drum machines.

    Electronic Dance Music (1970-)

    • Electronic Dance Music (EDM) began as a movement in the 1980s.
    • DJs in Chicago and all over the world released house records, which featured low bass synths, booming drum machines, and uplifting lyrics designed to keep people dancing for hours.

    The 1990s term

    • "electronica" is used to describe modern electronic music for both foreground listening, background music, and dance music.
    • Artists such as Björk (see above) and Moby took "underground" experimental electronica mainstream.

    Inspired by Kraftwerk

    • Japanese band Yellow Magic Orchestra were credited with being pioneers of synthpop music, mixing electronic and acoustic instruments.

    Continued technological advancements

    • Helped electronic music develop and change constantly, creating new styles and genres.
    • The techniques developed by electronic music trailblazers influenced all aspects of recorded music today.

    Listen to this

    • Try to follow the tempo of the house track Animals by Dutch DJ Martin Garrix.
    • Tempo is measured in beats per minute (or bpm).

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    Explore the fascinating history and development of electronic dance music, from its early roots in the 1950s to the innovations of the 1980s. Learn how pioneers like Pierre Schaeffer and bands like Kraftwerk played crucial roles in shaping this dynamic genre. Discover the impact of technology and the advent of MIDI on music production.

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