Britpop was a subgenre of alternative rock that originated in the independent music scene of the 1990s in Britain. It was influenced by 1960s and 1970s guitar pop music as well as British genres like glam rock, punk rock, and indie. Some key bands in the Britpop movement included Oasis, Blur, Pulp, Suede, Supergrass, and The Smiths. Britpop grew in popularity in Britain between 1994-1997 and became associated with notions of British pride and culture.

1. BritpopBy Ami & Dani

2. What is Britpop?Britpop is a subgenre of Alternative RockFrom the independent music scene of the 90’s.It consists of vocals, keyboard, guitar & bass & drumsIt’s a reaction against musical & cultural trends, especially the grunge scene (USA)

3. Britpop InfluencesGuitar pop music from 60’s & 70’s.British invasion, glam rock, punk rock & indie.Influencing Band’s include The Beatles and The Kinks.Influenced by British Culture, politics & stuff.The imagery was associated with Britain and the working class.It began in Manchester & vocals were influenced by Northern Culture.

4. BritpopIt was big between the years 1994 and 1997 [in Britain] but failed to make much success in America as it was considered too British.It became mainstream & was the backbone of a cultural movement called “Cool Britannia”Lyrics were supposed to be relevant to British peopleRestored patriotism after grunge.Paul Weller claimed to be founder.

5. BritpopBands include Oasis, Pulp, Blur, Suede, Supergrass & The Smiths.A battle for number 1 between Oasis & Blur resulted in a lot of publicity.COOL BRITANNIA movement was also about British pride, media hype and imagery, as well as music.