Category:Drum & Bass

Drum & Bass (often abbreviated as D&B or DnB) is a fast-paced electronic music genre that emerged from the UK jungle scene in the early 1990s. It is characterized by rapid breakbeats, heavy basslines, and influences from reggae, hip-hop, and techno.

Characteristics

• Fast breakbeats, typically between 160-180 BPM.
• Deep, rolling basslines, often sub-heavy and syncopated.
• Complex drum programming, featuring chopped and layered breaks.
• Influence from reggae, dub, and hip-hop, with frequent vocal samples.
• Multiple subgenres, including liquid funk, neurofunk, jump-up, and techstep.

Artists and Labels

Drum & Bass has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• Metalheadz
• Hospital Records
• RAM Records

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Goldie
• LTJ Bukem
• Andy C
• Noisia
• Roni Size
• DJ Marky