The genres of DJ music include the following:
1. Disco
Disco appeared in the 1970s, with a BPM of about 120 beats. Disco was the dominant dance music style in the 1970s, characterized by strong rhythm and lively string arrangements. The proliferation of Disco made related dance, shops, record publishing and sales, and fashion the most popular fashion after 1978.
The disco trend should be attributed to the masterpieces of movies: disco dance music was widely used in movies in the 1970s. Because disco dance music itself has a simple rhythm and a positive melody that is easy to accept, it has become popular all over the United States and around the world. Set off a disco trend. Disco is not just a dance music style, it is the origin of today's clothing and fashion trends. If it weren't for Disco, our lives might still be black and white now.
2. House
House originated in the late 1970s and is translated into "house dance music" in Chinese. It originated from the Gay Bar in Newyork and Chicago in the United States, and it only became popular in the United Kingdom. It is no exaggeration to say that it is synonymous with European dance music. It contains the culture of music and is also the birthplace of many musical forms. House is mostly composed of DJs mixing some existing songs. The reason why it is called House Music is probably because it can be done by the DJ alone in the mixing room. House's usual technique is to repeatedly use simple and strong beats to make the listener feel the rhythm.
Today, house has become the most popular and well-known form of dance. There are many branches extending from it. Almost all dance music categories are more or less related to house. association. House uses electronic instruments to form its musical form. House's registered trademark-the sustained 4/4 rhythm has become the most common language of dance music. House music mostly has sweet or high-pitched or soulful female vocals, simple but lively piano playing (or sampling), and monotonous drum sounds that make your ears stand up. The rhythm is maintained between 110-130BPM. House was quite popular in dance clubs in China in the 1990s, and was full of weird electronic synthesizers and sound effects. Its BPM is also more suitable for the passion and crazy investment of young people. House music is also more in line with modern tastes in cities that pursue life and pleasure. Generally speaking, it is a kind of happy music, with a passionate flow of passion in the lyrics and singing. It is a complete dance music suitable for all ages.
3. Techno
Generally speaking, most electronic music can be said to be Techno, which originated in Detroit and Chicago in the mid-1980s. Techno could only be regarded as an underground niche music from 1984 to 1989, because pure Techno itself did not have any lyrics, and at most it was a few intermittent shoutings. However, from 1989 to 1992, it became the leader of the American rave trend and became a global music revolution. The main warrior. Its characteristics are: the strong electronic sound of electronic synthesis keyboard and the Belgian-style bass percussion sound. Techno often combines the characteristics of male tongue-twisting and female singing, making it compact and frantic. Usually the tempo is maintained between 130-150BPM.
FunkFunk rhythm is a type of blues, which originated from black music. Because this kind of music is full of live performances by musicians, the rhythm is free and unrestrained, and the intensity is extraordinary, it was later accepted by most white people. Today's Funk music draws on many elements such as Hip-Hop and Soul to become more charming. Dance music originated in the 1960s, with a BPM of about 120 beats or less. It is translated into Chinese as: "funk music". I wonder if you have ever played the game Interstate'76 "Intercontinental Storm"? The story is set in the 1970s. Driving in the desolate desert of the American West, players are accompanied by funk music. Funk dance music is also a type of music originally belonging to black people. Electric bass plays a large part in funk dance music, and the chords and rhythms of electric bass have become the backbone of funk. Funk dance music was popular from the 1970s to the 1980s. Due to its integration with other music, the current Funk has some mixed changes in speed and music composition.
Because Funk's music taste is too typical and strong, it is not very popular yet and only appears in a few music works.
4. Hip-Hop
Hip-Hop is a poor working-class black culture that originated in New York in the late 1970s and early 1980s. At the beginning, Hip-Hop The word Hop is composed of four major elements: Rap (rhythmic, rhymed speech), Break Dance (break dance performed by boys on the street), DJ (record playing and turntable skills), Graffiti Writing (graffiti art) plus Relevant clothing and life attitude constitute the complete Hip-Hop culture. Its BPM is about 90-110, and the Chinese translation is hip-hop. Hip-Hop's predecessor was Rap and a little bit of R&B, plus various grinding sound effects. It was a music that young people loved to play in the 1980s. The Hip-Hop of this period is called Old School Hip-Hop.
New-school Hip-Hop appeared in the early 1990s and is still popular today. Different from old-school Hip-Hop, this Hip-Hop features faster rhythms and more complex lyrics. New Hip-Hop has entered today's international pop scene thanks to the achievements of musicians such as Jay-Z, 2 Pac and The Notorious B.I.G. Recently, rap superstars Will Smith and Eminem have been stealing the show at major award ceremonies, which has brought this craze to its peak.
When Hip-Hop became popular in the 1990s, many different styles emerged in the new era. Hip-Hop is not only a kind of music produced in urban slums, but also a voice that represents urban slums. Rap musicians began describing the hardships of their lives or the lives of those around them. The term "Hip-Hop" is a category of an emerging music genre. Since its emergence and development, it has not only represented a single music category. Hip-Hop has developed into an emerging lifestyle at the turn of the century in 2000. Synonymous with style, including: music, clothing, behavior, etc.
Hip-Hop dance literally means Hip means hip; Hop means jumping on one foot, and Hip-Hop means lightly twisting the hips. You can see its origin. Hip-Hop contains the rap of Rap, the more complex rhythms of R&B and the sound effects of record players. In addition, graffiti on the wall is also an extension of Hip-Hop culture. It's easy to make friends in a casual and healthy party if Hip-Hop is used as entertainment.
5. Pop
Pop means popular. It is a danceable love song with a beautiful melody, cheerful rhythm and catchy lyrics. It refers to a form of dance music that is integrated with pop music and dance music rhythms. There are also many DJs who change pure Pop and various types of percussion into Pop Dance, with the speed between 80-140BPM. Pop's creative inspiration comes from one's own true emotions, and its affinity is reflected in its ability to respond to all true, Good and beautiful chanting.
Pop Dance is very simple. It is a danceable love song with a beautiful melody and easy-to-remember lyrics. There are also many people who change pure POP with percussion into Pop Dance. This is also the most popular song in mainland China. A popular form of dance music, the most typical representatives include PET SHOP BOYS, etc., with a speed between 80-140BPM.
6. Progressive
Progressive is a summary of the evolution after House, mixed with Trance, Acid, Techno and other music elements. The BPM is mostly between 120-125, and the sound effects It's a bit psychedelic, but the whole feeling still has the unique pleasure of House. Basically, it places less emphasis on high-pitched female voices and less emphasis on sampling. It has nothing to do with hip-hop culture. It pays more attention to the arrangement of instrumental music and the progression of melody, and sometimes it sounds a bit like acid jazz. Progressive is currently the most popular rave music in California.
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In addition to the detailed introduction above, DJ’s Music Type also includes Disco House, Techno House, High Energy, Deep House, Acid House, and Trance. , P&H, Ambient, Tribal, D&B, Reggea, Dub, Trip-Hop, Break Beat, Rap, Soul, Acid Jazz, Jungle, etc.