Originally, riddim music emerged in the early 1980s from roots reggae and sound system heritage in Jamaica. It was a direct reaction to the popularity of digital reggae and showcased deejaying over minimal rhythms. Over the late 1980s, it evolved more hardcore, incorporating aspects of hip hop and electronic music. Nineteen nineties saw significant

Dancehall sound sprung in the 1970s Jamaica, evolving from ska's slower tempo and blending electronic instrumentation. Initially a grassroots party in Kingston nightclubs , it quickly gained attention amongst youths . The shift toward quicker rhythms and toasting's prominence – in which DJs spoke over backing tracks – signaled a distinct depart