Pop Archive

City Pop

City pop is a music genre that originated in Japan, drawing inspiration from Western pop while incorporating elements from jazz, R&B, and traditional Japanese folk music. Notable Artists Kyu Sakamoto A Japanese singer-songwriter who rose to fame

K-Pop

K-pop, originating from South Korea, is hailed by British journalist Howard Hampton as a “new form of Asian mass culture,” blending Eastern and Western musical styles. Tracing its roots to the 1960s American pop scene, Hampton credits

Indie Pop

Indie pop, a subgenre of alternative music, emerged in the mid-1980s, with Scottish post-punk bands like Orange Juice and Josef K often credited as its trailblazers. A Unique Beginning Independent studios sprouted in the 1970s and 1980s,

Christian Pop

The History of Christian Pop This is a genre that has its roots in gospel and contemporary Christian music. It began to take shape during the 1960s, when artists like Pat Boone and the Imperials were popularizing

J-Pop

J-pop, short for Japanese pop, stands out as a prominent music genre in the Asia-Pacific region, boasting a rich history that predates even J-rock. While its roots trace back to the 1960s with influences from rock and

Pop

Pop music, characterized by its catchy tunes and lyrics about love or relationships, dominates the music industry with its upbeat rhythm and universal appeal. Originating in the 1950s alongside the rise of rock and roll, pop music