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Jump blues — up‑tempo, horn‑driven blues that shaped R&B and rock Jump blues Jump blues is an energetic, horn-centered form of blues that emerged from swing and jazz, known for brisk tempos, shouted vocals, and its role in the development of R&B and early r…

Jumper (Swedish pop group) Jumper Jumper was a Swedish pop group from Kristinehamn active 1996–2001, known for several charting singles in Sweden and winner of the 1996 Rockbjörnen award for Swedish group of the ye…

Jumpin', Jumpin' (song by Destiny's Child) Jumpin' Jumpin' Overview and context of Destiny's Child's hit single 'Jumpin', Jumpin'', covering composition, release, reception, versions, and notable facts about the recording and performance.

Jungle Fever (soundtrack) Soundtrack album by Stevie Wonder for Spike Lee's 1991 film Jungle Fever, released on Motown; blends R&B, soul, hip hop and new jack swing influences to underscore the movie's urba…

Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2015: Sofia final at Arena Armeec Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2015 Details of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2015 grand final held 21 November at Arena Armeec in Sofia, Bulgaria: host broadcaster BNT, venue setup, participating young performer…

Junoon (band) — Pakistani Sufi rock pioneers Junoon (band) Junoon is a Pakistani rock band formed in Lahore in 1990 by Salman Ahmad. They fused Western rock with Sufi poetry and South Asian instruments, helping popularize the Sufi rock sty…

Jurassic Park (song) — "Weird Al" Yankovic Jurassic Park (song) A 1993 parody by "Weird Al" Yankovic set to the tune of "MacArthur Park," humorously retelling the plot of Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park; released on the album Alapalooza.

Just a Girl — No Doubt song that helped bring the band mainstream Just a Girl Overview, themes, release history and impact of No Doubt's 1995 single "Just a Girl", its chart performance, musical style, and cultural significance.

Just Around the Hill (Sash! featuring Tina Cousins) Just Around the Hill 2000 single by German dance act Sash! featuring English singer Tina Cousins; a melodic mid‑tempo pop/trance ballad and the second single from the album Trilenium, released 22 May 2…

Just Dance (song) Just Dance “Just Dance” is the 2008 debut single by Lady Gaga featuring Colby O'Donis, from her album The Fame. A dance-pop anthem produced with RedOne, it topped charts internationally and e…

Just Stand Up! — all‑star charity single Just Stand Up! “Just Stand Up!” is a 2008 all‑star pop/R&B charity single recorded to raise funds and awareness for Stand Up to Cancer, featuring a rotating group of prominent singers who share l…

Justify My Love (song) Justify My Love “Justify My Love” is a 1990 single by Madonna known for its spoken-word style, sexual lyrics and a controversial video that was banned by several broadcasters; it reached number on…

K-pop: origins, style, industry structure and global influence K-pop K-pop (Korean popular music) is a broad musical and cultural phenomenon from South Korea, known for polished production, choreography, idol systems, and a global fandom driven by s…

K's Choice — Belgian alternative rock band K's Choice K's Choice is a Belgian rock band from Antwerp led by siblings Sarah and Gert Bettens, known for 1990s alternative hits, several successful albums and a steady presence on European…

Kaba Ma Kyei — Myanmar's national anthem Kaba Ma Kyei Overview of 'Kaba Ma Kyei', the Burmese national anthem by Saya Tin: meaning, language, history, musical character, uses, and notable facts about its role in Myanmar's public life.

Kaiser Chiefs — English indie rock band from Leeds Kaiser Chiefs Kaiser Chiefs are an English indie/alternative rock band formed in Leeds. Known for catchy anthems, energetic live shows and several successful albums, they rose from the early-200…

Kanjani∞: Japanese pop group from Kansai region Kanjani∞ Kanjani∞ (Kanjani Eight) is a Japanese male pop group formed in 2002 in the Kansai region. Known for mixing pop, rock and comedy, they perform concerts, record albums and appear on…

Kansas (American rock band) Kansas (band) American rock band formed in Topeka in 1970, known for combining progressive and arena rock with violin and hit singles like "Carry On Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind".

Kapellmeister: history, role, and modern usage Kapellmeister Kapellmeister — a historical German title for the leader of chapel or court music. Article explains its origin, evolving duties (conducting, composing, administration), and modern…

Kara (South Korean girl group) Kara (South Korean group) Kara was a South Korean K‑pop girl group formed by DSP Media in 2007, known for catchy choreography and major commercial success in South Korea and Japan, including a Tokyo Dome co…

Karma Police (Radiohead song) Karma Police A widely known song by English alternative rock band Radiohead from their 1997 album OK Computer; noted for its piano motif, darkly ironic lyrics and influential music video.

Karmacoma — song by Massive Attack Karmacoma Karmacoma is a 1995 trip-hop single by Massive Attack, known for its moody production, layered vocals and numerous remixes; a notable example of the Bristol sound of the mid-1990s.

Kasabian — English rock band from Leicester Kasabian Kasabian are an English rock band formed in Leicester in 1997, known for blending indie rock, electronic and psychedelic elements; led by Sergio Pizzorno with a history of notable…

Kassaman — Algeria's National Anthem Kassaman Kassaman (Qassaman), meaning "We Pledge", is the Algerian national anthem. Lyrics were written by Mufdi Zakariah in detention in 1956; music was composed by Egyptian Mohamed Fawzi.

KAT-TUN (Japanese pop group) KAT-TUN KAT-TUN is a Japanese J‑Pop idol group formed by Johnny & Associates, known for energetic performances, a chart‑topping debut single, lineup changes, and activities across music, T…

Kataklysm (Canadian death metal band) Kataklysm Kataklysm is a Montreal-based death metal band formed in 1991, noted for its fast “Northern Hyperblast” drumming, evolving style across multiple albums, and enduring presence in th…

KC & the Sunshine Band American disco and funk band formed in Miami in 1973, known for upbeat dance hits of the 1970s and a continuing performance legacy led by Harry Wayne Casey.

Keane: name, notable people, and the English rock band Keane Keane is an Irish-origin surname and the name of a British alternative rock band. This article outlines origins, prominent individuals (e.g., Robbie and Roy Keane), and the band's…

Keep Holding On (Avril Lavigne song) Keep Holding On A 2006 pop-rock ballad by Avril Lavigne, recorded for the film Eragon and later included on some editions of The Best Damn Thing; noted for its supportive lyrics and digital releas…

Keep Your Hands Off My Power Supply 1984 U.S. release of Slade's twelfth studio album, repackaged from The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome; includes the singles "Run Runaway" and "My Oh My" and became the band's biggest U.…

Kendang: the two-headed drum of the Indonesian archipelago Kendang Kendang (or gendang) is a traditional two-headed hand drum widely used across Indonesia in gamelan, dance, theatre and ritual music, with distinct regional forms and playing techni…

Kent (Swedish rock band) Kent (band) Kent was a Swedish alternative rock band formed in Eskilstuna in 1990, known for melancholic lyrics, major Scandinavian success, English-language releases and a final disbandment i…

Kerrang! — British rock magazine covering metal, punk and alternative music Kerrang! Kerrang! is a British rock magazine, founded in 1981, known for covering heavy metal, punk and alternative rock with news, reviews, interviews, events and awards.

Ketsumeishi — Japanese pop-rap group and quartet Ketsumeishi Ketsumeishi is a Japanese quartet known for blending hip hop, pop melodies and vocal harmonies. Formed in 1993, they gained mainstream popularity with melodic rap songs and endurin…

Musical key (tonality): definition, structure, and uses Key (music) A musical key identifies the home note (tonic) and scale that organize a piece, commonly major or minor; it shapes melody, harmony, notation, and modulation in Western music.

Key signature (musical notation) Key signature A key signature is the set of sharps or flats placed at the start of a staff line to indicate which notes are consistently altered; it defines the pitches most often used and helps…

Keyboard instrument Musical instruments played from a keyboard: overview, common types, sound production methods, history, uses and distinctions including acoustic and electronic families.

Keyboardist A keyboardist plays instruments with a keyboard—piano, organ, synthesizer or electronic controllers—using acoustic and digital techniques across styles from classical to pop and ro…

Keytar — a portable, guitar-style keyboard instrument Keytar A keytar is a lightweight keyboard designed to be worn with a strap and played like a guitar. It combines keyboard sound control with stage mobility and became widely associated wi…

Kick the Can Crew Kick the Can Crew was a Japanese hip-hop group formed in 1996, known for a lineup of three MCs and one DJ, active until 2004 and influential in the mainstreaming of Japanese rap.

Kickin' It Up (John Michael Montgomery album) Kickin' it Up Kickin' It Up is the second studio album by country singer John Michael Montgomery, released January 25, 1994. It produced several hit singles including the crossover ballad "I Swe…

Kikki, Bettan & Lotta — Scandinavian vocal supertrio Kikki, Bettan & Lotta Swedish–Norwegian supertrio formed in 2001 by Kikki Danielsson, Elisabeth “Bettan” Andreassen and Lotta Engberg; active through 2004 with recordings, television appearances and Sca…

Kill the DJ (Green Day song) Kill the DJ 2012 Green Day single from ¡Uno!, notable for a dance-influenced four-on-the-floor beat and chant-like chorus that marked a brief stylistic departure from the band's usual punk-roc…

Killer Queen — Queen's 1974 breakthrough single Killer Queen Killer Queen is a 1974 song written by Freddie Mercury and recorded by British rock band Queen for the album Sheer Heart Attack. It became the group's international breakthrough si…

Killing Joke — English post‑punk and industrial rock band Killing Joke Killing Joke are an influential English post‑punk band whose heavy, rhythmic sound helped shape industrial rock and later alternative and metal acts. Known for tracks like “Love Li…

Killswitch Engage — American metalcore band Killswitch Engage Killswitch Engage is an influential American metalcore band from Massachusetts, formed in the late 1990s. They blend aggressive hardcore elements with melodic singing and are known…

Kim (song) A controversial 2000 track by Eminem from The Marshall Mathers LP that depicts violent themes, provoked public debate, and drew legal and critical attention regarding artistic expr…

King Crimson: pioneers of progressive rock and experimental music King Crimson King Crimson, formed in England in 1969, are an influential progressive rock band led by guitarist Robert Fripp. Known for bold stylistic shifts, complex compositions, and an ever-…