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Other 50s Music

After the war and during rock, pop flourished, but so did country, jazz, exotica, and novelty music. Find out more about these styles here, read about the artists who made them, and listen to the songs!
  1. Big Bands (7)
  2. Jazz (1)

What is Exotica?

A basic guide to Exotica music, its best and most popular artists, composers, singers, and songs, and a history of how the style fits into other areas of pop and rock music. From the Oldies music guide at About.com.

What is Novelty Music?

A basic guide to classic novelty pop music and comedy songs, novelty's best and most popular artists, bands, singers, and songs, and a history of how the style fits into other areas of popular music. From the Oldies music guide at About.com.

What Is Swamp Pop Music?

A basic guide to Swamp Pop music, its best and most popular artists, singers, and songs, and a history of how the style fits into other areas of popular music. From the Oldies music guide at About.com.

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