Karaoke: Where Did it Start & Where is it Going?
Karaoke starts its journey to popularity in Japan around 1970. During this time singing and dancing was the only form of adult entertainment. A Japanese singer, Daisuke Inoue, was asked by many to record his songs and release copies so they could sing along. Inoue made a tape recorder that would play one song when money was deposited, making the first “sing-along” machine. First regarded as a boring fad, it soon became a very popular pasttime that showed up in restaurants and hotels. The first karaoke bars, as we know them, were called Karaoke Box. Inoue was awarded the gag Ig Nobel Peace Prize for inventing Karaoke and “thereby providing an entirely new way for people to learn to tolerate each other.”
Karaoke’s popularity quickly spread to other countries including the United States, where it took the art of karaoke singing to another level. Of course cassettes have been long replaced with CDs and DVDs. Technological advances have provided better equipment used for karaoke and the spread of venues such as bars and clubs have also increased its popularity.
Karaoke is now moving in a whole new direction. We are all aware of American Idol, which has been many times called a “glorified karaoke competition,” but there are other venues for those looking to succeed in their karaoke endeavors. With growing interest, the Karaoke World Championships has been in existence since 2003 with 29 countries in participation.
Super CDGs are starting to replace the old versions. With these, manufacturers are able to place hundreds or thousands of songs on one disc. However, you will need a special player. Hopefully, they may start to come personalized with the songs you want. Even better are the MP3+Gs that allow karaoke fun with no discs, and no hassle.
About the Author
Andrea Glass is the Features Editor of www.TheKarokeBeat.com, a web 2.0 interactive website where visitors can vote and share their opinions related to karaoke music, KJs, karaoke bars/night clubs, karaoke equipment, karaoke retailers, and join a community forum. For the best source of information and news on karaoke music, music reviews, clubs, entertainment, and culture, visit www.TheKaraokeBeat.com. Be sure to subscribe to The Karaoke Beat e-mail newsletter for karaoke product discounts, current news, and site updates.
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