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Music genre

Not to be confused with Pop Rocks.

For other uses, see Pop rock (disambiguation).

Pop rock (also typeset as pop/rock^[4]) is a fusion genre and form of rock music^[5] characterized by a strong commercial appeal,^[6] with more emphasis on professional songwriting and recording craft, and less emphasis on attitude than standard rock music.^[1][5][7] Originating in the late s as an alternative to normal rock and roll, early pop rock was influenced by the beat, arrangements, and original style of rock and roll (and sometimes doo-wop).^[1] It may be viewed as a distinct genre field rather than music that overlaps with pop and rock.^[4] The detractors of pop rock often deride it as a slick, commercial product and less authentic than rock music.^[8]

Characteristics and etymology

See also: Power pop

Further information: Pop music §&#;Etymology

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