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What are the origins of popular music?
The genre popular music originated in its modern form in the 1950s, deriving from rock and roll.The term pop song is first recorded as being used in 1926
What are popular music's characteristics?
Pop music is often repetitive to create a rhythmic element that stands out. Pop music is danceable but the lyrics can also be listened to.
What technological developments enabled popular music?
From streaming to software, we take a look at eight of the greatest technological advances that have shaped the music industry of today. Multitrack recording. Auto-Tune. Digital software. MP3 players / iPods. Digital streaming software. Loop pedals. MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) Smartphones / iPads / Apps.

Question: When and why did people start taking pop seriously
Self-contained rewrite: When and why did people start taking pop music seriously?