If we take popular by William's definition of "well liked," it is hard to imagine how this would be possible, as Theberge claims, "without electronic technology, popular music in the twenty first century is unthinkable.”
A key development in the creation of rock and roll, a precursor to modern pop was the electric guitar. Developed in 1932 by Adolph Rickenbacker, it is now one of the most widely used instruments in modern music. The Fender Stratocaster is easily identified by people who have even the tiniest amount of musical knowledge. The electric guitar is a staple in most popular music.
To be able to spread, and listen to, music, amplification and microphone technology would be essential. Today, almost everyone has access to mp3 technology, so even if a song was simply a singer and acoustic acompaniment it would need technology to be heard and to ensure it became "well liked."
Succinct and to the point, good stuff.
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