Originally, dancehall sound arose in the early 1980s from ska and sound system culture in the country. This genre was a immediate reaction to the popularity of studio reggae and featured rapping over simple beats. Throughout the 1980s decade, the style transformed more hardcore, incorporating elements of hip hop and electronic sounds. The 1990s … Read More

Dancehall music originated in the 1970s Jamaica, evolving from reggae's more relaxed tempo and incorporating digital instrumentation. Initially a community party in Kingston dancehalls , it quickly gained popularity amongst young people . The change toward quicker rhythms and deejaying's prominence – through DJs rapped over instrumental – signa… Read More