Category:Ghetto

Ghetto is a broad term used to describe various raw and underground dance music styles that originated in urban club scenes, often influenced by hip-hop, house, and bass music. It is typically characterized by high-energy beats, explicit lyrics, and a focus on dancefloor intensity.

Characteristics

• Raw, unpolished production, emphasizing groove over technical refinement.
• Fast, syncopated beats, often with heavy bass and minimal melodic elements.
• Strong connection to urban club culture, particularly in cities like Chicago, Detroit, and Miami.
• Frequent use of vocal chants and call-and-response hooks, creating an interactive dance experience.
• Multiple regional variants, including ghetto house, ghettotech, and Miami bass.

Artists and Labels

Ghetto music has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• Dance Mania
• Databass Records
• Afrika Records

Notable artists in the genre include:

• DJ Assault (ghettotech)
• DJ Funk (ghetto house)
• 2 Live Crew (Miami bass)
• Disco D
• DJ Godfather
• Kia Shine