Originally, dancehall sound emerged in the early 1980s from roots reggae and dub tradition in the country. It was a immediate response to the dominance of studio pop reggae and presented rapping over minimal beats. Over the 1980s decade, dancehall evolved more aggressive, incorporating elements of hip hop and electronic beats. The 1990s saw signifi

Dancehall sound sprung in the 1970s Jamaica, developing from ska's more relaxed tempo and blending electronic instrumentation. Initially a local event in Kingston venues, it quickly drew favor amongst the younger generation. The transition toward faster rhythms and deejaying's prominence – in which DJs rapped over backing tracks – defined a cle