Journal of World Popular Music
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Pioneering Research in the Evolving Landscape of Popular Music
Introduction
Journal of World Popular Music, published by EQUINOX PUBLISHING LTD, serves as a pivotal platform for scholars and practitioners within the evolving field of popular music studies. With an ISSN of 2052-4900, this esteemed journal has notably positioned itself within the Q2 category of Music as of 2023 and ranks at #90 out of 180 in the Arts and Humanities sector according to Scopus metrics. Spanning research from 2014 to 2023, the journal invites contributions that span diverse musical genres, cultural studies, and global perspectives, ultimately enriching the discourse surrounding the sociocultural impact of popular music. While not open access, the journal offers a robust platform for interdisciplinary research, making it indispensable for researchers, educators, and students keen on exploring the dynamics of popular music and its role in contemporary societies.
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