Urban Cowboy

Description

Urban Cowboy is a subgenre of country music that blends traditional country sounds with pop and rock influences. It often features smooth vocals, polished production, and themes of romance and nightlife.

History

The Urban Cowboy genre emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, largely influenced by the 1980 film 'Urban Cowboy' starring John Travolta. The film's soundtrack and its depiction of the country-western lifestyle in urban settings popularized this style of music. It marked a shift from the raw, traditional country sound to a more mainstream, crossover appeal.