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Genre
swing
Parent Genre: easy listening

Swing music is a genre that emerged in the 1930s and 1940s, characterized by its upbeat tempo, lively rhythms, and emphasis on improvisation. It features a big band sound with brass and woodwind instruments, and often includes vocalists. Swing music was popular for dancing and socializing, and its influence can still be heard in modern jazz and pop music. Some of the most iconic swing songs are known for their catchy melodies and memorable lyrics.


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swing music timeline

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Similar Genres to swing

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Enjoy this playlist of popular swing music. We made this playlist using an algorithm created by our team.

List of swing artists

Here is a list of swing artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the swing genre. You can find out what swing genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.

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