Western Swing

Western Swing is a style of popular music that originated in the 1920s and 1930s in the American Southwest and West. It combines elements of country, blues, jazz, and traditional pop music. It is characterized by a strong rhythm section and an improvisational style of playing. Its history is rooted in the diverse cultures of the region, including Native American, African American, and European-American influences. It was popularized by Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys in the 1930s and 1940s, and has been further developed by numerous artists since then.