Late 1970's ...
Pop culture movement
Originated in the UK
Emerged from the nightclub scene in London and Birmingham at venues such as Billys and The Blitz
Flamboyant, eccentric fashion inspired by Glam Rock.
Androgynous clothing
Referred to as Blitz kids
Influenced by David Bowie, Marc Bolan and Roxy Music
Started as a fashion movement
Further influenced synth pop in the 1980's
Reaction to punk rock
Steve Strange
Duran Duran
Spandau Ballet
A Flock of Seagulls
Boy George - Culture Club
Bouncy Rhythms
Syncopation
Typical song structure
Sing along melodies
Synthesizers
Bass
Guitar
Drums
Vocals
Major and minor triads
Sevenths used
Simple chord progressions