Musicmap

About this site

A huge interactive chart of popular music genres from the late 19th century to today. Click any genre to read its history and hear examples, then follow the lines to its parents and children.

When to open it

Set aside a while: this one easily runs past 15 minutes. It's best on a computer with a mouse or keyboard, and it has sound, so headphones help if you're not alone. Best for music nerds and learning.

Also in

• Bored at school
• Headphones on
• A long afternoon
• Music toys