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History of Popular Music

Here you will find a vast assortment of resources about popular music from blues to electronic music.
Blues
History of Blues Music from About.Com Guide Jessica McElrath.
Country
Very impressive website that offers information on the beginning of country music, artists from the 1920's to 2000 classified by era.
Jazz
An equally impressive site that has resources to everything related to jazz.
Rock 'n Roll
Extensive information on Rock 'n Roll starting from its' roots.
Heavy Metal
History of Heavy Metal music and related styles.
Disco
A look back in time to the type of music most of us can relate to...disco.
Funk
History and definition of funk music.
Hip hop
Everything pertaining to Hip hop.
Salsa
The origin of Salsa music.
Soul
A closer look at Soul.
Electronic
Brief history of Electronic music.

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