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Indorock

Indorock is a music genre that emerged in Netherlands in the 1950s. It is usually classed as a form of rock and roll. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Indorock

Indorock is a music genre that emerged in Netherlands in the 1950s. It is usually classed as a form of rock and roll.

From Wikipedia

Indorock is a musical genre that originated in the 1950s in the Netherlands, formerly the colonial exploiter of the Dutch East Indies. It is a fusion of Indonesian and Western music, with roots in Kroncong (traditional Portuguese-Indonesian fusion music). The genre was performed by Indo community in the Netherlands. Indorock is one of the earliest forms of "Eurorock". Its influence on Dutch popular music was considerable. The term Indorock was used in 1981 to refer to the genre and period retrospectively.

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What is Indorock?

Indorock is a music genre that emerged in Netherlands in the 1950s. It is usually classed as a form of rock and roll.

Where and when did Indorock originate?

Indorock originated in Netherlands in the 1950s.

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