A Progression of Jamaica's Riddim Scene

Initially, reggae scene emerged in the early 1980s from ska and dub heritage in Jamaica. This genre was a direct answer to the popularity of polished dance music and presented deejaying over simple beats. Throughout the 1980s decade, dancehall evolved more hardcore, incorporating elements of hip hop and dance beats. The nineties saw further expansi

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The Evolution of Jamaican Dancehall Music

Dancehall sound originated in the late 70s Jamaica, evolving from roots reggae's slower tempo and incorporating electronic instrumentation. Initially a local party in Kingston dancehalls , it quickly gained popularity amongst young people . The change toward more upbeat rhythms and deejaying's prominence – through DJs spoke over instrumental –

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