Genre Genius Test your knowledge of different music genres and see if you're a true genre genius! delya90 published on September 11, 2023 Stacked 1/10 What genre originated in Jamaica and heavily influenced by the Rastafari movement? Hip Hop Reggae Country Pop 2/10 Which genre emerged in the late 1970s in New York City and laid the foundation for modern dance music? Jazz Classical R&B Disco 3/10 Which genre is known for its complex and virtuosic guitar solos? Rock Reggaeton Blues Folk 4/10 What genre of music developed in African-American communities in the 1940s and 1950s? Ska Classical Country Rhythm and Blues (R&B) 5/10 Which genre is characterized by its synthesized beats and futuristic sound? Salsa Reggae Electronic Jazz 6/10 What genre of music is influenced by the traditional music of Ireland? Rap Celtic Pop Blues 7/10 Which genre emerged in the 1980s with its distinctive use of turntables and sampling? R&B Ska Hip Hop Folk 8/10 What genre of music has its roots in African-American work songs and spirituals? Reggaeton Blues Disco Country 9/10 Which genre is known for its country-like sound and storytelling lyrics? Rock Folk Electronic Jazz 10/10 What genre originated in Spain and is characterized by its lively rhythms and spirited flamenco guitar? Celtic Reggae Rap Salsa