At first, reggae music emerged in the early 1980s from roots reggae and dub heritage in the country. This genre was a raw answer to the rise of polished dance music and showcased rapping over basic rhythms. Over the late 1980s, it became more fast, incorporating elements of hip hop and electronic music. Nineteen nineties experienced major expansion
The Evolution of Jamaican Dancehall Music
Dancehall vibe originated in the late 70s Jamaica, evolving from ska's slower tempo and incorporating synthesized instrumentation. Initially a local gathering in Kingston dancehalls , it quickly attracted popularity amongst the younger generation. The shift toward faster rhythms and MCing's prominence – in which DJs chanted over riddims – signa