Originally, riddim scene arose in the early 1980s from roots reggae and dub culture in the island. This genre was a immediate answer to the rise of digital pop reggae and featured rapping over simple instrumentals. Throughout the 1980s decade, the style evolved more hardcore, incorporating features of hip hop and electronic beats. The 1990s witness

Dancehall sound sprung in the late 70s Jamaica, evolving from roots reggae's slower tempo and incorporating electronic instrumentation. Initially a local gathering in Kingston venues, it quickly drew favor amongst young people . The transition toward more upbeat rhythms and MCing's prominence – in which DJs spoke over instrumental – marked a cl