noun a person who writes or sells ballads, especially of a trivial or inferior quality
In the music industry, a balladmonger refers to a songwriter or singer who specializes in creating or performing ballads.
A balladmonger is a person who writes or sells ballads, which are narrative poems or songs typically relating a popular theme or story.
During the medieval and Renaissance periods, balladmongers were often traveling minstrels who would perform ballads in public spaces.
In modern times, balladmongers may be associated with folk music festivals or historical reenactments where ballads are performed.
Balladmongers have been important figures in preserving and passing down traditional folk ballads through oral tradition.
A balladmonger is a type of writer who specializes in creating and selling ballads, often for popular consumption.
In the music industry, a balladmonger may refer to a songwriter or performer who focuses on writing and performing ballads.
Historians may use the term balladmonger to refer to individuals who were known for composing and spreading historical ballads.