when did it become popular?
1970’s
why did it become popular?
it was cheaper to hire a DJ rather than a live band
where was it developed?
New York
what is the dance like?
one spot, wave and move arms, improvised as well as specific moves
what is the time signature?
4/4
how many beats per minute and what is the tempo?
120 and steady
explain characteristics of the voice
catchy vocal hook + reverb, backing vocals, harmony, multitracked
instruments used
bass drum, drums, guitar, electric piano