History of Rock and Blues Music
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Which characteristic is unique to Thomas Mapfumo's chimurenga music?

  • Mixing traditional Malian sounds with international instruments.
  • Use of traditional Shona mbira music played on electric instruments. (correct)
  • Combination of two ethnic groups' music to produce a hypnotic style.
  • Fusion of traditional dance with jazz and Latin American music.

How did Wizkid contribute to the globalization of Afrobeats?

  • Through collaborations with international artists like Drake. (correct)
  • By creating nonpolitical song music.
  • By blending African and Western pop influences.
  • By singing in four languages and several Ghanaian dialects.

Which element is least characteristic of Hip-Hop music's origins in the Bronx?

  • Use of sampled beats from existing songs.
  • Emergence from community block parties.
  • Strong association with prewritten poetry. (correct)
  • Improvisational lyrical delivery.

How is N'Faly Kouyaté innovating griot music?

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Which musical element connects Amadou and Mariam's Afro-blues to a broader global sound?

<p>Their incorporation of Syrian violins and tablas. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Etran Finatawa's 'nomad blues' from other musical styles?

<p>Its combination of Taureg and Wodaabe musical traditions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary message conveyed through Wiyaala's Afropop music?

<p>The empowerment of women. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which individual is credited with coining the term 'hip-hop'?

<p>Keith Cowboy Wiggins. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did post-punk and new wave artists, exemplified by Blondie, differ from the original punk movement?

<p>They embraced the punk ethos but experimented with new sounds and textures, like synthesizers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key characteristic that defined the grunge genre's aesthetic in the 1990s?

<p>A rejection of mainstream pop music through the adoption of muddy guitar tones and a disheveled appearance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Rage Against the Machine as pioneers of rap rock?

<p>Their combination of heavy guitar riffs with politically charged rapping and activism. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which musical elements are commonly combined in symphonic metal?

<p>Classical instruments and arrangements with metal's distortion and gothic themes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the info, what is a defining characteristic of Green Day's pop-punk style?

<p>Simple, four-chord song structures. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the bass guitar typically play in Green Day's style of music?

<p>Providing a rhythmic and harmonic foundation by playing consistent low notes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining characteristic of Afrobeat music, pioneered by Fela Kuti?

<p>A fusion of West African chants, Yoruba drumming, jazz, and funk rhythms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the origins and characteristics of Soukous dancing (Congo rumba or lingala)?

<p>It is a fast, upbeat musical style inspired by Congo traditional music, Cuban, and Latin dances. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the impact of the British Invasion on the American music scene?

<p>It introduced new musical styles and contributed to the rise of garage rock. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did early rock musicians primarily achieve the 'distortion' effect that became a signature sound in rock music?

<p>By deliberately pushing their amplifiers beyond their intended limits. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes progressive rock from punk rock, which both emerged in the 1970s?

<p>Progressive rock incorporated abstract and psychedelic elements with multiple instruments, whereas punk rock favored short, simple songs with socio-political lyrics. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an accurate description of heavy metal music's origins and characteristics?

<p>It was pioneered by British bands, such as Black Sabbath, and is characterized by loud, downtuned instruments. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has the relationship between rock and pop music evolved over the decades, as exemplified by bands like Foo Fighters and The Kings of Leon?

<p>Rock music has increasingly adopted elements of pop, resulting in bands writing songs with relatable lyrics and performing in large arenas. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did electric guitar solos play in the evolution of blues rock, as pioneered by bands such as Led Zeppelin and The Jimi Hendrix Experience?

<p>Electric guitar solos became a central element, showcasing groundbreaking techniques and transforming the genre. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the relationship between rock-and-roll and its musical predecessors?

<p>Rock-and-roll combined elements from country, gospel, and R&amp;B music. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did post-punk differ from its predecessor, punk rock?

<p>Post-punk experimented with more diverse and experimental sounds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Grunge

A 1990s genre rebelling against mainstream pop, characterized by muddy guitars and a raw aesthetic.

Rap Rock

A genre that fuses rap vocals with rock instrumentation, often featuring political or socially conscious lyrics.

Symphonic Metal

A metal subgenre blending classical music elements with gothic and distorted metal sounds.

Pop Punk Song Structure

Simple, catchy songs often built around just a few basic guitar chords, reminiscent of Green Day.

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Electric Guitar in Pop-Punk

Uses two note chords to create riffs, using guitar pedals to alter the sound.

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Bass Guitar in Pop-Punk

Plays constant low notes to tie the band together.

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Afropop

A general term describing African popular music from the mid-20th century onward.

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Afrobeat

A music style fusing West African chants, Yoruba drumming, jazz, and funk.

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Rock Music

A wide-ranging genre born from blues music, known for rebellion, electric guitars, drums, and loud vocals.

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British Invasion

British rock-and-roll bands becoming popular in the US, leading to the rise of garage rock.

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Rock-and-Roll

A music style that emerged in the 1950s, combining country, gospel, and R&B.

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Blues Rock

A rock subgenre featuring electric guitar solos; bands such as Led Zeppelin and The Jimi Hendrix Experience innovated this sound.

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Distortion

The edgy sound caused by overloaded circuitry, a signature for all types of rock.

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Progressive Rock

Long, abstract, and psychedelic songs with multiple instruments (e.g., Pink Floyd).

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Punk Rock

Short and simple songs with lyrics critical of the social and political state of the world.

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Heavy Metal

A loud rock subgenre pioneered by Black Sabbath. Involves tuning instruments down to create impact.

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Makossa

A musical style developed by Manu Dibango, blending traditional Duala dance with jazz and Latin American music.

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Chimurenga Music

Popular music created by Thomas Mapfumo, based on traditional Shona mbira music but played on electric instruments with lyrics about Zimbabwe's struggles.

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Afro-Blues (Amadou & Mariam)

A musical genre that mixes traditional Mali sounds with international instruments such as Syrian violins and tablas.

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Nomad Blues

A hypnotic musical style produced by Etran Finatawa, combining the music of the Taureg and Wodaabe peoples.

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Wiyaala's Afropop

Afropop blended with influences from both African and Western cultures, often containing messages of female empowerment.

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Afrobeats (Wizkid)

Nonpolitical song music with phrases often in a group mix of English languages.

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Hip-Hop

A rhythmic, vocal style of music associated with rap, originating in the Bronx, NYC in the 1970s, set against sampled beats.

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Origin of 'Hip-Hop' Term

Keith Cowboy Wiggins coined it teasing a friend's marching rhythm.

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Study Notes

  • Rock music is a wide-ranging genre that originated from blues music in the U.S.
  • Its rebellious nature is marked by electric guitars, pounding drums, and loud vocals.

History

  • The 1960s saw increased travel between the US and Europe, leading to a British Invasion.
  • British rock-and-roll bands like the Rolling Stones gained popularity in the US, contributing to the rise of garage rock.
  • The Rolling Stones performed for the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) in 1965.
  • Rock-and-roll emerged in the 1950s, blending country, gospel, and R&B music.
  • The rise of Rock-and-Roll was led by Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and Little Richard

Blues Rock

  • Bands like Led Zeppelin and The Jimi Hendrix Experience transformed music through electric guitar solos.
  • Led Zeppelin experimented with acoustic and country music styles.

Distortion

  • Rock musicians, aiming for louder sounds, pushed amplifiers to their limits.
  • The broken, edgy sound from overloaded circuitry became known as distortion.
  • Distortion became a signature element in rock music.

Progressive and Punk Rock

  • The 1970s introduced progressive and punk rock
  • Progressive rock artists like Pink Floyd and David Bowie created long, abstract, psychedelic songs with multiple instruments.
  • Punk rock bands, such as The Clash, wrote short, simple songs.
  • Punk Rock lyrics often disapproved of the social and political state of the world.

Heavy Metal

  • Heavy metal was pioneered by the British band Black Sabbath.
  • Heavy metal bands play loudly, often tuning instruments lower for more impact.
  • Fans show appreciation by "headbanging."
  • Sepultura is a popular Brazillian heavy metal group .

Stadium Rock

  • Rock and pop music have become more closely linked over the decades
  • Artists like Foo Fighters and The Kings of Leon perform in large arenas.
  • B'z combines rock and pop well.

Post-Punk

  • The post-punk movement lasted a few years but left an impression
  • Post-punk and new-wave artists, such as Blondie, took on the punk "do-it-yourself" philosophy but expanded its horizons
  • The introduction of synthesizers added new textures to the standard rock sound.

Grunge

  • Grunge music emerged in the 1990s as a counter to clean-cut pop music of the time.
  • Named inspired by the muddy-sounding guitars and appearance of the musicians.
  • Nirvana achieved commercial success but the death of their lead signer Kurt Cobain in 1994 saw the beginning of the end for grunge.

Rap Rock

  • Pioneers such as Rage Against the Machine combined guitar riffs with Zach de la Rocha's explosive MCing.
  • They have performed at several protests and see music as an important part of activism.

Symphonic Metal

  • Popular mainly in Europe, symphonic metal combines classical music instruments with distortion and gothic themes of metal.
  • Classical sounds are often played on keyboard
  • The Dutch band Within Temptation have also preformed with an orchestra.

Writing Rock Songs

  • Green Day became famous with four-chord songs.
  • Electric guitarists use two-note power chords to create riffs.
  • Electric Guitarists play fast and complex solos using guitar pedals.
  • Bass guitarists play constant low notes.
  • Without a bass guitarist a band would sound empty!
  • A drummer keeps steady beat in in 4/4 time.
  • Often second and fourth beats are often emphasized by a loud snare drum.

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Rock music originated from blues in the U.S. in the 1950s. The British Invasion of the 1960s, led by bands like The Rolling Stones, influenced garage rock in America. Distortion became a key element as musicians sought louder sounds.

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