Starr-Waterman American Popular Music Chapter 10: “Blowin’ in the Wind”

These flashcards cover essential concepts and vocabulary related to Chapter 10 of the American Popular Music course, focusing on the genres of Country, Soul, Urban Folk, and the rise of Rock music in the 1960s.

Counterculture

A subculture existing in opposition to and espousing values contrary to those of the dominant culture.

Countrypolitan

A fusion of 'country' and 'cosmopolitan'; an updated sound reflecting wider influences in country music.

Nashville Sound

A style of country music that emerged in the early 1960s, characterized by smoother production and arrangements.

Crossover Success

Achieving popularity across multiple music genres or markets.

Soul Music

A music genre influenced by rhythm and blues, characterized by emotional vocal style, and the incorporation of gospel music elements.

Electric Guitar

An electric musical instrument, often used in rock music, that produces sound through electronic amplification.

Psychedelic Rock

A style of rock music that emerged in the mid-1960s, characterized by experimental sounds, extended instrumental solos, and themes of altered consciousness.

Folk-Rock

A fusion genre blending folk music elements with rock, often featuring acoustic instruments and socially conscious lyrics.

Tin Pan Alley

A term used to refer to the collection of music publishers and songwriters who dominated popular music in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Concept Album

An album that tells a cohesive story or explores a particular theme, as opposed to being simply a collection of songs.

Live Album

An album recorded during a live performance, capturing the energy and spontaneity of the concert experience.

Sampling

The technique of digitally encoding music or sound to use the samples in a piece of music.

Protest Songs

Songs that address social issues and advocate for change, often associated with movements for civil rights or anti-war sentiments.

Jam Band

A band known for playing extended live improvisations and performances, often blending various musical styles.

African American church traditions

Musical practices rooted in the religious experiences and expressions of African American communities, often incorporating elements of gospel music.

Folk Music

A genre of music that originates from the traditions of a culture, often passed down through generations.