English Explanatory Dictionary

Blackadder chord

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A 4-note chord, popularly used in Japanese music, particularly J-pop.

Word forms

Blackadder chord Blackadder chords

Etymology

Introduced by YouTuber Joshua Taipale of Ongaku Concept in a 2017 video, coined by a subscriber of his. According to him, the name was chosen as it "sounds cool", arguing that is the reason why composers use the chord.

Synonyms

Ikisugi chord Japanese sixth
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