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In what order did these genres rise in popularity in Jamaica?

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Reggae, Rhythm and Blues (R&B) and Rock and Roll, Jazz and Blues are the genres that rose in popularity in Jamaica.

Step-by-step explanation:

The genres in Jamaica rose in popularity in the following order:

  1. Reggae: Reggae music emerged in the 1960s with artists like Bob Marley and the Wailers. It became a standard of Jamaican music and gained global recognition.
  2. Rhythm and Blues (R&B) and Rock and Roll: In the 1940s, R&B evolved from up-tempo blues, jazz, and country music. Rock and Roll followed shortly after, gaining popularity among American teens.
  3. Jazz and Blues: Jazz and blues styles were prominent in African American communities in Harlem and elsewhere. They became international genres and played a significant role in the cultural changes post-World War I.
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