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Rock Band

Genre of popular music with electric guitars.

rock group

Rock band is a genre of popular music that evolved in the mid-1950s, characterized by a strong beat and electric guitars.

Pronunciation

/ˈrɒk bænd/

Etymology

The term 'rock band' originated from the musical genre rock and roll, referring to a group of musicians playing that style.

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

band

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

music popular music

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

alternative rock hard rock punk rock heavy metal

Meronyms — Parts or Components

guitar bass guitar drums vocals

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

music industry

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