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Genre
british dance band
Parent Genre: easy listening

British dance band music is a genre that emerged in the 1920s and was popular in the UK until the 1950s. It is characterized by a lively and upbeat sound, with a focus on swing and jazz rhythms. The music was often played by large orchestras and featured brass and woodwind instruments, as well as vocals. The genre was particularly popular for dancing, with many of the songs featuring catchy melodies and lyrics that were easy to sing along to. Some of the most well-known bands in this genre include those led by the artists mentioned above.


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List of british dance band artists

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