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1. • • In the developed world, swing, big band, jazz, Latin and country music dominated and defined the decade's music. After World War II, the big band sounds of the earlier part of the decade had been gradually replaced by crooners and vocal pop.
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   What shaped the sound of the 1940s?

   • Musical innovations and advancements in recording technology shaped the sound of the 1940s. The Big Band Era was a period of musical development from the mid-1930s to the mid-1940s, characterized by the expansion of the jazz genre and the emergence of Swing music.

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   What was music like in the 1940s?

   • The 1940s was a remarkable decade in music history, marked by the emergence of diverse genres and styles that would shape the industry’s future. As the world experienced great changes during this time, musicians explored new sounds and artistic themes, creating music that would captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact.

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   What was music like in the 1960s?

   • All recording in the 1960s was analogue and, for most of the decade, valve-based. The sound of valve equipment being driven into smooth and musical distortion is a defining element of early 60s pop, from Motown and Atlantic in the USA to the beat-group sound emerging from these shores.

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   Why did swing music become popular in the 1940s?

   • During the 1940s, the music scene in the United States underwent a significant transformation. One genre, in particular, gained immense popularity and shaped the sound of the decade – swing music. With its infectious rhythms and energetic melodies, swing music quickly became the dominant force in the music industry.

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   How did music change in the 1940s?

   • Diverse genres and styles, including jazz, pop, and country, emerged in the 1940s. The decade was influenced by cultural movements, war-time events, and the rise of the entertainment industry. Musical innovations and advancements in recording technology shaped the sound of the 1940s.

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   How has the new wave shaped popular music?

   • Its evolution has shaped the course of popular music for decades. New wave redefined the sound of the 1980s, blending elements of punk rock, electronic music, and pop. With its quirky, futuristic sounds and stylish aesthetic, bands like Depeche Mode and Talking Heads became the face of the movement.

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   Oct 21, 2024 · EDM (2000s) Electronic Dance Music (EDM) skyrocketed in popularity during the 2000s, becoming the sound of festivals, clubs, and mainstream radio. DJs like David Guetta, Tiesto, and Deadmau5 took center stage, blending house, techno, and trance into electrifying tracks that dominated dance floors worldwide. EDM’s pulsing beats, build-ups, and ...

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   May 13, 2024 · Key Takeaways. Diverse genres and styles, including jazz, pop, and country, emerged in the 1940s. The decade was influenced by cultural movements, war-time events, and the rise of the entertainment industry. Musical innovations and advancements in recording technology shaped the sound of the 1940s.

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   Bing Crosby was the leading figure of the crooner sound as well as its most iconic, defining artist. By the 1940s, he was an entertainment superstar who mastered all of the major media formats of the day, movies, radio, and recorded music. Other popular singers of the day included Cab Calloway and Eddie Cantor.

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   1	The Mills Brothers	"Paper Doll"	Decca 18318
   2	Glenn Miller and His Orchestra	"Chattanooga Choo Choo"	Bluebird 11230
   3	Bing Crosby	"White Christmas"	Decca 18429
   4	Harry James and His Orchestra (Vocal ...	"I've Heard That Song Before"	Columbia 36668

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   Jan 18, 2024 · One genre, in particular, gained immense popularity and shaped the sound of the decade – swing music. With its infectious rhythms and energetic melodies, swing music quickly became the dominant force in the music industry.

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   Jan 29, 2013 · All recording in the 1960s was analogue and, for most of the decade, valve-based. The sound of valve equipment being driven into smooth and musical distortion is a defining element of early 60s pop, from Motown and Atlantic in the USA to the beat-group sound emerging from these shores.

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    Sep 16, 2024 · Music is more than just sound; it's a universal language that transcends borders and generations, deeply influencing societies and cultures across the globe. The impact of music on society is profound, shaping everything from social movements to personal identities.

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    Jun 12, 2023 · The post-war baby boom generation came of age in a time marked by civil rights movements, anti-establishment sentiment, and global unrest – all of which paved the way for groundbreaking new sounds that would forever change popular culture.