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A discussion on popular music in Serbia & Montenegro, from Chapter 5 of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World," is presented. It discusses musical cultures in Vojvodina and Kosovo as well as Oriental influences on the nation's music. It describes urban popular music in the 19th and 20th centuries. It also considers the appearance and rise to popularity of newly composed music, jazz, rock music and pop music.

A discussion on popular music in Athens, Greece, from Chapter 5 of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World," is presented. It states that Athens was the cradle of Greek urban popular music in the 20th century. It describes music genres that emerged from Athens, namely rebétika, laiká, popular art song, political song, and new wave ballads. It discusses the Western influences on light, rock, and pop music in the city.

Information on popular music in Burkina Faso, from Chapter 7 of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World," is presented. It identifies types of music played during the French colonial rule, including Latin American music. It discusses the birth of national modern music in the 1960s, which is characterized by songs written in national languages and inspired by proverbs and tales from the rural areas. It relates the music policy of the National Revolutionary Council.

Information on popular music in Algeria from chapter 5 of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World" is presented. Information regarding Algeria's traditional music and the emergence of modern urban music are given. The impact of Anglo-American rock music and French variétés on Algerian music is discussed, as well as the most renowned form of Algerian popular music.

Information on popular music in the Democratic Republic of Congo from chapter 2 of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World" is presented. Urbanization influence the development of modern and popular music in the country. Recorded music also influenced the establishment of the Congolese sound. The entry also includes information on the country's population in 2002, geographic location, types of music and musical practices.

A section of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World" is presented. It explores the development of popular music in Hawaii and discusses the social and demographic factors which have influenced the state's modern music genres. It also features some of the prominent Hawaiian singers like Tony Conjugacion and Lena Machado.

A section of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World" is presented. It discusses the history of popular music in Cambodia. When the country was placed under the Khmer Rouge, the Cambodian people became poor that they could not afford to pay for entertainment. It is said that music first came to Cambodia during the Portuguese spice trade in Asia, but the recorded accounts started during the 20th century and the introduction of Western classical music.

A section of the Book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World," is presented. It discusses the history of popular music in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota. For the first half of the 20th century, the twin cities continued to serve as either a destination for artists. Throughout the 1940s and the 1950s, many establishments such as bars, clubs and ballrooms featured live music. Rock music was the most important popular music of the 1950s and the 1960s in the area.

A section of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World," is presented. It discusses the history of popular music in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Even before the first large-scale immigration in 1835, parks and gardens were places of public gathering and celebration. Brass bands were popular ensembles throughout the state and the country. Vocal musicians and singing groups formed a significant part of Milwaukee's early musical life. The marches of brass bands remained popular at the turn of the 20th century.

A section of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World," is presented. It explores the history of popular music in Las Vegas, Nevada. During the second decade of the 20th century and the 1920s, popular music performances were provided by local professional and amateur musical groups. Many groups responded to the sudden demand of hotel entertainment after the establishment of gaming and hotel facilities.

A section of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World" is presented. It discusses the history of popular music in Cincinnati, Ohio. According to the author, although the city was least known for its music, its influence in the 20th century was considerable. Orchestral conductor Theodore Thomas has praised the musical culture of Cincinnati.

A section of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World" is presented. It discusses the history of Francophone's popular music in Montréal, Québec. According to the author, the pioneers of Francophone's music industry emerged from the incoming Montréalers starting with Herbert S. Berlinger, founder of Compo Records. The modern singer-songwriting à la québeécoise came from the province of Gaspésie.

Information on popular music in Sudan from chapter 4 of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World" is presented. The origin of Sudan's modern music is discussed, as well as the emergence of urban genres. Information is presented on the importance of Egypt to the development of Sudan's modern songs. It characterizes the evolution of Sudanese popular music. The influence of Western musicians such as Ray Charles and James Brown on Sudanese music is also discussed.

A section of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World" is presented. It discusses the history of popular music in Québec City, Québec. Because the military garrison is located in the city, the dining and ballroom entertainment is constantly held with several musical corps, which is said to be the precursor of the Royal 22nd Regiment Band. According to the author, the genre of Music-Hall was the trend in the popular music scene at the turn of the 20th century.

A section of the book "Continuum Encyclopedia of Popular Music of the World," is presented. It explores the history of popular music in Beale Street, a district in Memphis, Tennessee. This area had become the city's center for black business, culture and entertainment in the beginning of the 20th century. Blues, jazz and rhythm and blues were mostly heard during those times. Handy Park near Beale became a gathering place for musicians but the street's importance declined at the end of the 1960s.