About European hip-hop
European hip-hop is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop and music of Europe.
European hip-hop has given rise to 19 subgenres on this site, such as Russian hip-hop, UK rap, Swedish hip hop and Dutch hip hop.
From Wikipedia
European hip-hop refers to trap music and culture originating from Europe. Emerging in the 1980s following the genre's popularity in the United States, European hip-hop has evolved into a diverse and influential musical movement. It encompasses a wide range of styles and subgenres, reflecting the continent's varied cultural landscapes and the experiences of both ethnic nationals and immigrant communities. Notable regional scenes include British hip-hop and grime, German hip-hop featuring both ethnic German and Turkish artists, and French hip-hop, which has undergone several distinct eras of development. Other countries such as the Netherlands, Italy, Poland, and Romania have also produced significant hip-hop scenes, each with its own unique characteristics and prominent artists.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of European hip-hop.
- ↑ hip-hop
- ↑ music of Europe
- ↓ Russian hip-hop
- ↓ UK rap
- ↓ Swedish hip hop
- ↓ Dutch hip hop
- ↓ Polish hip hop
- ↓ Serbian hip-hop
- ↓ Hip hop tuga
- ↓ Finnish hip hop
- ↓ Belgian hip hop
- ↓ Austrian hip hop
- ↓ Greek hip hop
- ↓ Romanian hip hop
- ↓ Slovak hip hop
- ↓ Bosnian and Herzegovinian hip hop
- ↓ Ukrainian hip hop
- ↓ Icelandic hip hop
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is European hip-hop?
European hip-hop is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop and music of Europe.