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About Boom bap
Boom bap is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop.
Among the best-known names in the style are Nas, KRS-One, Raekwon and DJ Premier.
From Wikipedia
Boom bap is a subgenre of hip-hop and music production style that was prominent in East Coast hip-hop during the golden age of hip-hop from the late 1980s to the early 1990s.
The term "boom bap" is an onomatopoeia that represents the sounds used for the bass (kick) drum and snare drum, respectively. The style is usually recognized by a main drum loop that uses a hard-hitting, acoustic bass drum sample on the downbeats, a snappy acoustic snare drum sample on the upbeats, and an "in your face" audio mix emphasizing the drum loop, and the kick-snare combination in particular.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Boom bap.
Key artists
- Nas
- KRS-One
- Raekwon
- DJ Premier
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Boom bap?
Boom bap is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1980s. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop.
Where and when did Boom bap originate?
Boom bap originated in United States in the 1980s.
Who are famous Boom bap artists?
Nas, KRS-One, Raekwon and DJ Premier.
Sources & credits
- Wikidata Q529742 – CC0
- Wikipedia: Boom bap – CC BY-SA 4.0
- MusicBrainz genre – CC0
- Boom bap instrumental by Nfaom loor – CC BY 4.0