National Pop Music Day Is Coming Up!
Contents
National Pop Music Day is coming up on August 24th, and we’re celebrating by looking at some of the best pop songs of all time! From catchy classics to modern hits, these are the tunes that always get us moving.
What is National Pop Music Day?
National Pop Music Day is a holiday that celebrates the genre of pop music. It is held on the 21st of December every year.
The day was created in 2010 by music producer, Mike Stock. He chose the date as it was the day that the Beatles released their iconic album, “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band”.
Since its inception, the holiday has been celebrated by music lovers all over the world. Festivals and concerts are often held to mark the occasion, and radio stations will play pop music non-stop for 24 hours.
So whether you’re a fan of Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift or Ariana Grande, make sure you don’t miss National Pop Music Day on the 21st of December!
The History of Pop Music
Pop music is a genre of popular music that originated in its modern form in the United States and United Kingdom during the mid-1950s. The terms “popular music” and “pop music” are often used interchangeably, although the former describes all music that is popular and includes many different styles.
Pop music is eclectic, and often borrows elements from other styles such as urban, dance, rock, Latin, and country. Typically, pop music is produced by a songwriter using piano or guitar as their main instrument, and the vocal melody carried by a singer. It is usually released on record by a recording artist.
The popularity of pop music exploded in the late 1950s and 1960s, when rock and roll became the dominant style in America and Britain. The British Invasion of 1964 saw a string of successful pop acts from Britain, including The Beatles, Cliff Richard, Gerry & The Pacemakers, Dusty Springfield, Cilla Black, The Animals, Herman’s Hermits, The Kinks, and The Rolling Stones. By the end of the 1960s, British bands such as Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd had become some of the most popular bands in the world.
The Evolution of Pop Music
Pop music is a genre of popular music that originated in its modern form in the United States and United Kingdom during the mid-1950s. The terms “popular music” and “pop music” are often used interchangeably, although the former describes all music that is popular and includes many different styles.
Popular music is eclectic, and often borrows elements from other styles such as urban, dance, rock, Latin, and country. Hip hop, for example, uses samples from older songs or incorporates elements of other genres such as funk and soul.
Pop music tends to be written in a basic format (often referred to as pop-song form), which is designed to be easy to remember and sing. It usually consists of a verse followed by a chorus, with the verse and chorus repeating several times. The lyrics are typically about love or relationships, although they can also be about other topics such as friendship, fun, or even politics.
The evolution of pop music has been shaped by ever-changing technology, social trends, and fashion. In the 1950s, for example, Pop was heavily influenced by rhythm and blues (R&B), which was popularized by African American artists such as Chuck Berry and Fats Domino. Rock ‘n’ roll soon followed suit, with artists such as Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly becoming international superstars.
During the 1960s, Pop began to incorporate more experimental sounds courtesy of artists like The Beatles and The Beach Boys. psychedelic pop emerged during this time too, led by bands such as The Doors and Jefferson Airplane. As the decade came to a close, Pop became increasingly experimental with artists like Pink Floyd and The Jimi Hendrix Experience pushing boundaries both musically and visually.
The 1970s saw the rise of disco – a genre defined by its heavy beats and catchy melodies – which quickly became one of the most popular forms of pop music. As disco’s popularity waned in the early 1980s however, new genres such as new wave (led by acts like Blondie) synth-pop (represented by groups like Depeche Mode) became increasingly popular. These genres were followed by others including hip hop (which first emerged in the Bronx in the 1970s) house (which developed in Chicago in the 1980s) techno (which first took hold in Detroit in the late 1980s) trance grime
and dubstep . Electronic dance music (EDM) – a catch-all term for various digital genres – also exploded in popularity during this time period thanks to advances in technology that made it easier for people to create and share their own tracks online
The Future of Pop Music
The term “pop music” is a broad category encompassing numerous musical styles, including rock, R&B, hip-hop and electronic dance music. It’s a genre that is constantly evolving, with new subgenres and hybrid styles continually emerging. As we look to the future of pop music, here are five trends that are likely to shape the genre in the years to come.
1. A continued rise in popularity for electronic dance music (EDM).
2. An increase in the number of female artists and producers.
3. A shift towards more experimental and experimental sounds.
4. A stronger focus on social and political issues.
5. A greater focus on live performance and visual elements.
How to Celebrate National Pop Music Day
If you love pop music, then you’ll definitely want to celebrate National Pop Music Day on April 13th! Here are some fun ideas on how to do just that:
1. Make a playlist of your all-time favorite pop songs and listen to it all day long.
2. Go to a concert of your favorite pop artist or band.
3. Watch a marathon of your favorite music videos on MTV (or YouTube).
4. Have a karaoke party with all of your friends and sing your favorite pop tunes.
5. Go see a Broadway musical or play that features popular music (like “Mamma Mia!” or “Rent”).
6. Take a trip down memory lane and listen to the pop songs that were popular when you were growing up.
7. Learn how to play one of your favorite pop songs on the guitar or piano.
8. Read a biography or memoir about one of your favorite pop musicians or bands.
9. Collect all of the CDs, vinyl records, or cassettes by your favorite pop artists and create a listening station in your home.
10. Whatever you do, just make sure you enjoy yourself and have fun celebrating National Pop Music Day!
