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Emerging in the mid-1950s as a softer alternative to rock and roll, pop music is defined by its focus on the recorded single and a verse-chorus structure. Find upcoming Pop events in London this month below.
Pop Events This Month · London






Jessie J

Emily Rawson, Sandra Omari, Miss Gower





Stacy Lee






Becky Hill

Lenny Kravitz, Leon Thomas, Joss Stone

Moby

Lenny Kravitz, Leon Thomas, Joss Stone, DE'WAYNE, Brooke Combe

Lenny Kravitz, Leon Thomas, Joss Stone, DE'WAYNE, Brooke Combe
Sound profile
A vocal-driven, upbeat sound.
Emerging in the mid-1950s as a softer alternative to rock and roll, pop music is defined by its focus on the recorded single and a verse-chorus structure. Typical instrumentation blends acoustic elements like guitars and drums with polished electronic synthesizers and programmed beats to create a highly accessible sound. Characterized by catchy melodic hooks, steady 4/4 rhythms, and moderate to fast tempos, the genre maintains an upbeat and euphoric mood designed for broad commercial appeal. It functions as a stylistic chameleon, frequently incorporating elements from R&B, electronic dance music, and hip-hop to reflect contemporary trends, ensuring its dominance within the global mainstream music industry and radio airplay.
Also known as: Pop music
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