A Brief History of Music Genres and Cultural Expressions

A Brief History of Music Genres

Hard Rock: The power amplifiers, distortion of the guitars, the melodic content between screams, rhythm, and repetition are some traits of hard rock. (Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, Iron Maiden).

Punk: Emerging from the economic crisis of the 70s, punk appeared as a reaction to social issues and disenchantment, characterized by the constant pursuit of controversy. (Sex Pistols, The Clash, Ramoncín).

Disco: Dance music that draws from soul, funk, and electronica. (Diana Ross, Donna Summer, Bee Gees).

Reggae: Originating from Jamaica, reggae marked a change for the subsequent evolution of music. In a non-industrialized country, a style appeared with Caribbean rhythms that influenced the entire planet. (Bob Marley)

New Wave: The vocals are usually sharp, the guitars are clear, and sound effects from new technologies are used, such as programmable synthesizers or drum machines. (U2, Simple Minds, The Police, Blondie).

Techno-pop displaces traditional instruments of rock music.

Music is heavily influenced by commercialism, the emergence of new listening devices, and the impact of advertising. However, for other bands, it has influenced video culture and youth concerts.

Makino: Providing disco and techno music, it is music that comes from electronics and computer technology. (Nirvana, Green Day, Coldplay).

The Catalan public identified with this group because they are much closer than those who sing in English. (Timbaland, Sash, Goat Soup).

Cultural Expressions

Basque Carnivals: These are the most representative festivals. They depict the arrival of Hungarian boilers in the city, announcing the arrival of the carnival. This announcement is accompanied by the sound of hammers hitting unique pots that are part of their clothing. (Txistu drum Kitabal).

The Sanfermines: Held in honor of San Fermin in Pamplona, the running of the bulls is the main event. It involves handlers and a priest who guide the animals in a dangerous race to the bullring.

Global Music Styles

Chinese Music: The rhythm is less marked, and the meter fluctuates more. The style is interpretive, and the melodic content and color tone of the music are special. It is based on a scale of five notes but also uses a scale of seven notes.

The Role of the Music Producer

Music Producer: This role involves managing a project consisting of a soloist or a group that wants to record an album and take charge of a radio or television appearance. This person produces, acts as project manager, distributes tasks, and handles the entire process. They also choose the musicians who collaborate and decide where the mixing and mastering will take place.