Originally, riddim music arose in the early 1980s from roots reggae and dub tradition in the island. This genre was a raw response to the dominance of polished pop reggae and featured deejaying over simple beats. Throughout the late 1980s, dancehall evolved more hardcore, incorporating features of hip hop and electronic beats. The 1990s saw major g
The Evolution of Jamaican Dancehall Music
Dancehall vibe sprung in the late 70s Jamaica, growing from reggae's more relaxed tempo and adding digital instrumentation. Initially a grassroots event in Kingston venues, it quickly gained favor amongst young people . The change toward quicker rhythms and deejaying's prominence – whereby DJs rapped over backing tracks – marked a distinct depa