At first, riddim sound arose in the early 1980s from ska and dub heritage in the country. This genre was a immediate response to the popularity of polished pop reggae and featured vocal over basic beats. Over the 1980s decade, dancehall transformed more hardcore, incorporating aspects of hip hop and electronic sounds. The nineties saw further expan

Dancehall sound originated in the late 70s Jamaica, developing from reggae's slower tempo and blending digital instrumentation. Initially a community party in Kingston nightclubs , it quickly attracted attention amongst youths . The transition toward more upbeat rhythms and deejaying's prominence – whereby DJs spoke over backing tracks – signal