Initially, riddim music arose in the early 1980s from reggae and sound system culture in the island. This genre was a immediate answer to the dominance of studio reggae and showcased deejaying over minimal instrumentals. During the eighties, the style became more aggressive, incorporating features of hip hop and electronic beats. The 1990s experien

Dancehall music originated in the late 70s Jamaica, developing from roots reggae's rhythmic tempo and adding digital instrumentation. Initially a community party in Kingston nightclubs , it quickly gained popularity amongst the younger generation. The change toward quicker rhythms and MCing's prominence – through DJs rapped over riddims – defin