Grime

Description

Grime is a genre of electronic music that blends elements of UK garage, dancehall, and hip hop, characterized by fast beats, aggressive and raw energy, and rapid-fire MCing.

History

Grime originated in the early 2000s in East London, emerging from the UK garage scene. It was heavily influenced by jungle, dancehall, and hip hop, and became a voice for urban youth, often addressing themes of social and political issues. Artists like Wiley, Dizzee Rascal, and Skepta played pivotal roles in bringing grime to mainstream attention.