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Music style from early 20th century helps bridge generational divide in South Korea | South China Morning Post

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A music style from the early 20th century is making a comeback in South Korea, even rivalling K-pop. Trot, which blends traditional folk, ballad and swing, used to be popular only among the elderly. Recently, younger stars have started getting into the groove, helping the genre find a new audience.

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