power pop
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of power pop
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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They had found their sweet spot: spiky power pop buffed into a commercial sheen by Roy Thomas Baker, the producer famous for his skillful work on Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2025
Jimmy Eat World has consistently put out impeccable power pop for 30-plus years, with “Clarity” and “Bleed American” among the best alt-rock records released in that time frame.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2025
The US star rose to fame with the power pop group the Raspberries before establishing himself as a solo artist.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2024
The combination of her gentle stage presence and lyrical whimsy lightened the mood of Wet Leg’s potent blend of quirky post-punk and combustible power pop, making the absurdly hyped Brits the perfect festival rock band.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 28, 2022
I love classic hits, and '80s power pop rock, 2000 pop punk, rap, a lot of different things.
From Salon ● Sep. 30, 2021
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