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new wave
/nˈuː wˈeɪv/
noun
a genre of music that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, blending punk rock, pop, and electronic elements with catchy melodies and a futuristic aesthetic
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C-pop
/sˈiːpˈɑːp/
noun
Chinese popular music that encompasses a variety of styles
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K-pop
/kˈeɪpˈɑːp/
noun
a type of popular music that is originally from South Korea, combining a variety of styles with visual elements
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J-pop
/dʒˈeɪpˈɑːp/
noun
a genre of popular music originating from Japan
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emo pop
/ɪmˈoʊ pˈɑːp/
noun
a subgenre of pop music that incorporates elements of emo music and a blend of pop punk, pop rock, and emo influences
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indie pop
/ˈɪndi pˈɑːp/
noun
a genre of DIY music that features catchy pop songs produced independently by artists outside of major labels, known for their individuality and creativity
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dance-pop
/dˈænspˈɑːp/
noun
a genre of popular music characterized by upbeat and danceable tracks that blend elements of electronic dance music (EDM) with pop music
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electropop
/ɪlˌɛktɹoʊpˈɑːp/
noun
a genre of electronic music with catchy melodies, danceable beats, and a modern, upbeat sound
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progressive pop
/pɹəɡɹˈɛsɪv pˈɑːp/
noun
a genre that combines progressive rock with pop, featuring intricate song structures and experimental elements for a unique sound
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psychedelic pop
/sˌaɪkɪdˈɛlɪk pˈɑːp/
noun
a genre that blends psychedelic rock with pop, featuring trippy and experimental sounds, colorful arrangements, and catchy melodies for a unique musical experience
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salon music
/sɐlˈɑːn mjˈuːzɪk/
noun
a refined genre that originated in the 19th century, characterized by sophisticated style and elements of classical, romantic, and folk music, played in elegant social settings
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alternative hip hop
/ɔːltˈɜːnətˌɪv hˈɪp hˈɑːp/
noun
a genre that defies traditional hip hop norms with experimental sounds, unique flows, and thought-provoking lyrics, pushing creative boundaries
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bounce music
/bˈaʊns mjˈuːzɪk/
noun
a high-energy genre of hip hop and EDM with energetic beats, call-and-response vocals, and explicit lyrics, often associated with dance parties and twerking
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emo rap
/ɪmˈoʊ ɹˈæp/
noun
a subgenre of hip hop music that combines elements of emo and rap, characterized by emotionally raw and introspective lyrics
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hardcore hip hop
/hˈɑːɹdkoːɹ hˈɪp hˈɑːp/
noun
an aggressive subgenre of hip hop with intense style, gritty lyrics, and heavy beats, often addressing social and political issues with raw, confrontational delivery
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pop rap
/pˈɑːp ɹˈæp/
noun
a fusion of pop music and rap, featuring catchy melodies, upbeat rhythms, and rap verses
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progressive rap
/pɹəɡɹˈɛsɪv ɹˈæp/
noun
a genre that pushes the boundaries of traditional rap, incorporating experimental elements, complex lyrics, and innovative production techniques
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punk rap
/pˈʌŋk ɹˈæp/
noun
a genre that combines the rebelliousness and anti-establishment attitude of punk music with the lyrical delivery and beats of rap
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rap opera
/ɹˈæp ˈɑːpɚɹə/
noun
a musical genre that merges elements of hip hop and opera, typically featuring rap-style vocal delivery, storytelling, and theatrical elements
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snap music
/snˈæp mjˈuːzɪk/
noun
a subgenre of hip hop characterized by its upbeat tempo, repetitive hooks, and emphasis on dancing and partying
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crunk
/ˈkɹəŋk/
noun
a style of hip hop music known for its energetic beats, aggressive lyrics, and party-oriented themes, often associated with the Southern United States
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trap
/ˈtɹæp/
noun
a subgenre of hip hop music characterized by its heavy use of 808 bass, snappy snares, dark melodies, and lyrics focused on street life and drug culture
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industrial hip hop
/ɪndˈʌstɹɪəl hˈɪp hˈɑːp/
noun
a genre that fuses hip hop and industrial music, characterized by gritty sounds, social commentary, and experimental elements
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gangsta rap
/ɡˈæŋstɚ ɹˈæp/
noun
a subdivision of hip-hop music prevalent among black US communities, with themes of gang violence, sex and drugs
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southern hip hop
/sˈʌðɚn hˈɪp hˈɑːp/
noun
a regional subgenre of hip hop music that originated from the Southern United States
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Christian hip hop
/kɹˈɪstʃən hˈɪp hˈɑːp/
noun
a genre of music that combines elements of hip hop with Christian themes, lyrics, and messages
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beatboxing
/bˈiːtbɑːksɪŋ/
noun
a form of vocal percussion in which a person creates various rhythmical sounds, beats, and melodies using their mouth, lips, tongue, and voice
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soft rock
/sˈɔft ɹˈɑːk/
noun
a genre of popular music that features melodic, mellow, and often sentimental songs
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rap
/ˈɹæp/
noun
a genre of African-American music with a rhythmic speech
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noise music
/nˈɔɪz mjˈuːzɪk/
noun
a genre of experimental music that emphasizes the use of noise and unconventional sound elements to create unique and often challenging auditory experiences
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