| Type | Music genre |
| Course | N/A |
| Fusion of | |
| Influence | Continues to be heard in contemporary hit music |
| Originated | Late 1970s and early 1980s |
| Major artists | The Nerds • The Digital Men • Miss Mango |
| Original form | N/A |
| Characteristics | Catchy melodies • Strong hooks • Danceable beats |
| Place of origin | |
| Region or state | N/A |
| Derivative forms | N/A |
