Explore Breakbeat and Hip Hop
Beat culture has come a long way, from the early days of dub and the musical scientists in Jamaica to the spoken word of conscious lyricists, the 808 kicks and heartfelt vocals of Latin Freestyle, and more! All are driven by a strong desire to bust a groove!
Select a style or genre to find more music, artists, and history of its roots
Early Forms of Beat Culture
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Jamaican Dub Music
From the streets of Jamaica came a foundation to beat culture!
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Spoken Word
From the likes of artists such as The Last Poets and Gil Scott-Heron, a spark is lit, raising attention on societal issues from voices dying to be heard.
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Hip Hop of the '70s and '80s
Spoken word, Jamaican toasting, breakdowns, B-Sides, and NYC block parties created Hip Hop. Which is now an integral outlet for conscious lyrics and exists as a living entity larger than life!
Later Forms of syncopated goodness
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Electro and Electro Funk
Dive into Electro
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Dancehall
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Miami Bass
Turn up the car stereo and shake into Miami Bass
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Latin Freestyle
Console your broken heart with the beats of Latin Freestyle
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Funk Carioca
Find out more about the favela vibration