Boyband

GPTKB entity

Statements (42)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:musical_group
Pop group
gptkbp:characteristic All-male vocal group
Appears in music videos and TV shows
Emphasis on image and appeal
Fanbase often called fandom
Focuses on harmonized singing
Frequently appears in teen magazines
Frequently covers themes of love and relationships
Frequently releases singles and albums
Influenced by Motown and doo-wop groups
May disband and reunite
Members often do not play instruments live
Merchandise and tours are common
Often formed by producers or talent agencies
Performs choreographed dance routines
Prominent in Asian pop music, especially K-pop
Some members pursue solo careers
Subject of fan fiction and fan clubs
Targets young audience
Often participates in synchronized dance performances
gptkbp:genre gptkb:K-pop
R&B
Pop
Dance-pop
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Boyband
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gptkbp:numberOfMembers Usually 3 to 7 members
gptkbp:originatedIn gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:popularizedBy 1990s
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Robin_Stjernberg
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7