At first, riddim music emerged in the early 1980s from reggae and dub tradition in the country. This genre was a direct answer to the dominance of polished dance music and showcased deejaying over basic beats. Over the late 1980s, dancehall evolved more hardcore, incorporating aspects of hip hop and urban music. The nineties witnessed major globali

Dancehall sound originated in the late 70s Jamaica, growing from roots reggae's more relaxed tempo and incorporating digital instrumentation. Initially a local event in Kingston dancehalls , it quickly gained popularity amongst young people . The change toward quicker rhythms and MCing's prominence – in which DJs rapped over backing tracks – si