Era of American popular music

First, discuss your favorite genre/era of American popular music that we have covered up to this point. What is it about this music that draws you to it? Is this music new to you, or have you been exposed to it before? Has your perception changed as a result of material that we have covered, and if so, how? If you had the power to blend this style with any other, what would it be, and why? Cite specific artists and songs.

Second, discuss your least favorite genre/era of American popular music. What is it, specifically, that you have a negative reaction to? If you had the power to alter this music and make it more appealing, what would you do? Cite specific artists and songs.