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ROCK'N'ROLL [1 record]

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Record 1 2022-10-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Popular Music
DEF

... popular music characterized by electronically amplified instrumentation, a heavily accented beat, and relatively simple phrase structure.

OBS

Originating in the United States in the 1950s, rock incorporates a variety of musical styles, especially rhythm and blues, country music, and gospel.

Key term(s)
  • rock'n'roll

French

Domaine(s)
  • Musique populaire
OBS

Musique populaire d'origine américaine, issue [notamment] du jazz.

Key term(s)
  • rock 'n' roll

Spanish

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