Bassline

Description

Bassline is a subgenre of UK garage known for its heavy basslines, energetic beats, and catchy vocal hooks. It often features a four-on-the-floor rhythm and a tempo around 135-142 BPM, making it suitable for dance floors.

History

Bassline emerged in the early 2000s in the UK, particularly in Sheffield and Birmingham. It evolved from the UK garage scene, incorporating elements of speed garage and 4x4 beats. The genre gained popularity in clubs and on pirate radio stations, eventually influencing the broader UK dance music scene.