Category:Rave

Rave is a term used to describe both a style of high-energy electronic dance music and the underground party scene that emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It encompasses multiple electronic genres, including acid house, techno, breakbeat, and hardcore.

Characteristics

• Fast BPM range, typically between 130-180 BPM, depending on the subgenre.
• High-energy beats and basslines, designed for all-night dancing.
• Use of stabs, hoovers, and acid synth lines, creating an intense, euphoric atmosphere.
• Breakbeat-driven or 4/4 kick drum patterns, depending on the style.
• Closely associated with warehouse parties and outdoor festivals, influencing global club culture.

Artists and Labels

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

• XL Recordings
• Moving Shadow
• Reinforced Records

Notable artists in the genre include:

• The Prodigy
• Altern-8
• Orbital
• SL2
• Shades of Rhythm
• LFO