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rockabilly

[rok-uh-bil-ee] / ˈrɒk əˌbɪl i /
NOUN
folk rock
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The band promptly cut “I’m on Fire,” a song that blended their love of Beatles harmony with a rockabilly swagger.

From Los Angeles Times

Springsteen even threw in a cover version of the rockabilly classic "Seven Nights to Rock," thwarting our expectations yet again.

From Salon

Meanwhile, among those contributing to the heavy Bohemian atmosphere of the city is local musical legend, one-man rockabilly band Bloodshot Bill.

From Los Angeles Times

“Not just in country music, but in all genres, whether it’s jazz, rockabilly, rock ’n’ roll or bluegrass.”

From New York Times

Musically, the score is polyglot, borrowing confidently from folk, bluegrass and rockabilly traditions, with occasional gestures toward soul and Broadway balladry.

From New York Times