About Paisley Underground
Paisley Underground is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of neo-psychedelia, jangle pop and Amerindie.
Among the best-known names in the style are The Bangles.
From Wikipedia
Paisley Underground was a musical scene that originated in California. It was particularly popular in Los Angeles, reaching a peak in the mid-1980s. Paisley Underground bands often incorporated psychedelia, rich vocal harmonies and guitar interplay, owing a particular debt to 1960s groups such as Love and the Byrds, but more generally referencing a wide range of pop and garage rock revival.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Paisley Underground.
- ↑ neo-psychedelia
- ↑ jangle pop
- ↑ Amerindie
Key artists
- The Bangles
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Paisley Underground?
Paisley Underground is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of neo-psychedelia, jangle pop and Amerindie.
Where and when did Paisley Underground originate?
Paisley Underground originated in United States in the 1980s.
Who are famous Paisley Underground artists?
The Bangles.