Jamaican dancehall has undergone a profound evolution since its modest beginnings in the early eighties. Emerging from the prior soundsystems of Jamaican music, it initially provided a venue for grassroots DJs and artists to demonstrate their talent . Early dancehall was defined by … Read More

Dancehall music originated in the 1970s Jamaica, evolving from roots reggae's more relaxed tempo and incorporating electronic instrumentation. Initially a grassroots event in Kingston dancehalls , it quickly attracted favor amongst young people . The change toward quicker rhythms and MCing's prominence – whereby DJs spoke over riddims – defined… Read More