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most notable musical genres by decade (1930s-2020s) Anonymous 01/29/26(Thu)08:10:41 No.129266766

1930s
Swing / Big Band Jazz – The defining sound of the decade, emerging from jazz’s evolution.
Blues – Continued rise from the 1920s into mainstream popularity.
Traditional Pop / Vocal Jazz – Early forms of crooner‑style vocal performance gaining traction.

1940s
Bebop Jazz – A major stylistic shift from swing toward complex improvisation.
Rhythm & Blues – Early R&B forms begin solidifying.
Traditional Pop / Vocal Jazz – Strong radio presence and commercial dominance.

1950s
Rock ’n’ Roll – The defining breakthrough genre of the decade.
Rhythm & Blues – A major foundation for rock and soul.
Country / Rockabilly – Strong crossover influence on early rock.

1960s
Rock (British Invasion, Psychedelic) – Dominated by The Beatles and the explosion of rock subgenres.
Soul / Motown – Major cultural and commercial force.
Folk / Folk Rock – Politically charged and widely influential.

1970s
Disco – One of the decade’s most iconic genres.
Rock (Hard Rock, Progressive, Punk) – Multiple branches thriving simultaneously.
Funk – Deeply influential in dance, soul, and later hip‑hop.

1980s
Pop (Synth‑Pop, New Wave) – The defining sound of the era.
Hip‑Hop (Early) – Rapidly emerging cultural movement.
Rock (Glam Metal, Alternative) – Strong commercial and subcultural presence.

1990s
Grunge / Alternative Rock – A major cultural shift.
Hip‑Hop (Golden Age Mainstream) – Expands into dominant global force.
Electronic / Dance (Techno, House, Trance) – Club culture goes global.

2000s
Pop (Teen Pop, Dance‑Pop) – Commercial peak.
Hip‑Hop / R&B – Dominates charts and radio.
Electronic / EDM Foundations – Lays groundwork for 2010s explosion.

2010s
Electronic / EDM / Pop Hybrids – Festival culture and global hits.
Hip‑Hop / Trap – Becomes the most influential genre of the decade.
Bedroom Pop / Indie Electronic – DIY aesthetics flourish.