Pop music 80 youtube was an increasingly popular genre during the 80s. With catchy melodies and nostalgic appeal, its catchy tunes continue to resound with audiences today – inspiring many contemporary artists as well as fashion trends and movies!
Tina Turner, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson became household names throughout the decade with songs that helped define teen pop.
Synthpop
Synthpop music is an electronic form of pop music characterized by its use of electronic instruments to produce an unmistakable sound. Originating in the early 80s when synthesizers first made an appearance, many influential bands like Yes and Frankie Goes to Hollywood used this technology successfully. Many times, the compositional and songwriting elements were similar to conventional rock and pop songs, yet startling new technology gave their music an intriguing sound. Take for instance the sampled percussion and band hits from Yes’ album 90125 as an example; producer Trevor Horn was known for having traditional live bands come into his studio with songs already composed before using sequenced patterns on a Fairlight CMI to transform them.
Urban pop
City pop, an eclectic style of light J-pop that draws upon American jazz fusion and yacht rock influences, has seen something of a revival over recent years. Once popular with AM easy listening stations and among yuppie listeners alike, city pop classics can now be found streaming platforms like YouTube where remixes and mixes have amassed hundreds of thousands of views – no small feat for such classic tunes that once graced AM easy listening stations and AM easy listening formats alike.
This resurgence in interest for classic city pop may be attributable to multiple factors. First and foremost, domestic crate digging has seen an upswing as DJs reevaluate vintage Japanese music known as wamono that had once been considered taboo to play at Western clubs. DJs are now revisiting these songs, which had once been thought too controversial for club playback in Western clubs. As a result, Japanese releases have experienced significant spike in demand as record dealers report increased enthusiasm towards classic city pop.
TikTok has also played a significant role in revitalizing interest in urban pop, as its users show particular affinity for its smooth sounds. As a result, urban pop has garnered fans from around the globe and inspired remixes of traditional Japanese songs, such as Mariya Takeuchi’s ubiquitous “Plastic Love”.
“Plastic Love” has amassed over 22 million views on YouTube, but other reinterpretations have proven even more popular. A South Korean producer named Night Tempo quickly rose to become one of the most-viewed city pop remixes on the site with his remix, featuring an infectious bassline and vocal sample from its original track, reaching over 4 million views within days of being posted online.
City pop is an ideal genre to fit modern modes of networked listening. Vaporwave and future funk musicians have taken notice, often borrowing its plastic feel-good aesthetic to create their own pastiche versions of it. Furthermore, city pop has also found success as Japanese ambient music such as Narumin & Etsu’s beautiful yacht-rock reverie Pacific.
Country pop
Country pop is a subgenre of country music that incorporates elements from pop, rock and other popular styles into catchy and relatable songs. While purists of country may object to this trend, it is important to remember that country artists have long been influenced by pop culture – from Nashville Sound artists like Don Williams to crossover stars like Taylor Swift and Shania Twain – country pop has continuously evolved over time and today country artists continue pushing its limits with innovative sounds while celebrating their unique identities.
Early country pop hits of the 1960s were often acoustic and folky; however, as soon as neotraditional movement took hold, the genre underwent dramatic change. Female singers became more pop-oriented as more pop influences emerged within country music – Marie Osmond and Kenny Rogers capitalized on its growing popularity to launch successful careers; by 1990s even more pop influences dominated; by 2000s country music was changing again as artists like Kacey Musgraves and Carrie Underwood adopted hybrid sounds to explore various sounds within country music genre.
Current country pop has experienced a drop in sales and chart success, yet remains a dominant force on the music landscape. Artists such as Maren Morris, Kelsea Ballerini, Dan + Shay have all pioneered creative approaches to country music while still staying true to its traditional roots; forging their own path by mixing genres together like hip-hop or other modern sounds for added depth in pop culture.
Even though many contemporary pop stars hail from country musical backgrounds, their lyrics typically focus more on drinking and partying than on more traditional themes – leading many to be labeled “bro-country.” Although this type of music might appeal to young listeners who seek something more traditional – however.
Many country-pop artists currently performing have also become Hollywood movie stars and celebrities themselves; some, like Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, even graced the cover of Rolling Stone magazine!
Rock
Rock music enjoyed great popularity during the 80s, with numerous classic rock bands finding success with newer releases. Bob Seger’s song, “It’s a Beautiful Day”, marked an end to their glam-metal days and brought in pop rock. Additionally, African-American artists such as Lionel Richie, Whitney Houston and Chaka Khan released multiple chart-topping hits that sold millions of albums worldwide; their success paved way for subsequent acts to follow their lead.
In the 1980s, rock music took on more defined forms with alternative and hard rock genres emerging as subgenres of it. Synthpop replaced disco as the dominant dance music choice at clubs; its use led to polished sounds and catchy melodies which would later become hallmarks of 80s pop music.
In the 1980s, teen pop experienced its initial surge. Artists like Expose, Debbie Gibson, Tiffany Stacey Q Taylor Dayne The Bangles Laura Branigan were popular teen idols during this era; British artists Paul McCartney George Michael Culture Club UB40 all found success on pop charts during this era; also Rod Stewart Eddy Grant and Simple Minds were popular choices.
In the 1980s, several classic rock groups, such as The Beach Boys and The Kinks, made a comeback, some adopting new pop genres while still remaining as rock musicians. Additionally, blues rock experienced a renewed revival thanks to bands such as Stevie Ray Vaughan and George Thorogood.
Country pop was another influential genre during the 1980s, featuring artists like Kenny Rogers, Ronnie Milsap, Crystal Gayle, Anne Murray and Eddie Rabbitt as prominent artists. Urban Cowboy also contributed significantly to this genre’s rise; its soundtrack became immensely popular after it premiered.