Instrumental Hip Hop

Description

Instrumental Hip Hop is characterized by its focus on beats and production, often featuring looped samples, breakbeats, and a strong rhythmic foundation without vocal tracks. It emphasizes the art of beat-making and the creative use of samples.

History

Instrumental Hip Hop emerged as producers and DJs began to showcase their skills in beat-making without the accompaniment of rappers. It gained popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s, as producers like DJ Shadow and J Dilla started releasing albums that highlighted their production prowess. The genre has since evolved, incorporating elements from jazz, funk, and electronic music, and has influenced a wide range of artists across different genres.