Pop Music

Pop music (popular music) was derived from rock and roll in the 1950's. This genre appeals to a huge audience hence why it is 'popular' music. It is influenced by many different genres such as urban, dance, rock and country. Pop songs tend to be of a simple structure usually consisting of repeated choruses, a melodic sound and have a catchy hook.

Sub genres:

• Baroque pop
• Bubblegum pop
• Christian pop
• Dance pop
• Europop
• Indie pop
• Operatic pop
• Power pop
• Soundtrack
• Sophisti pop
• Synthpop
• Space age pop
• Sunshine pop
• Traditional pop
• Teen pop

Created: 1950's in the United Kingdom and United States

Main instruments used: Vocals, electric guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, acoustic guitar, piano, synthesizer, drum machine, sequencer, sampler

Key places: United Kingdom and the United States 

Britney Spears: One of the most popular pop singers since the late 90's