Western World's Electronic Music

Dance hall is a style of reggae from Jamaica that is becoming increasingly blended into hip hop and other popular styles, also called "Bashment" or "Raggamuffin". It developed in the early 1980's.

It is another style that is heavily electronic. There is a lot of sampling by the DJ, as well as singing, rapping and toasting.

When drumming, be careful not to overplay. Play repetitive loops - The beat what makes them dance. Play with authority, confidence, and consistancy.

Listening List:

Raggaman

Here is the simplest idea of the groove.
You can immediately hear the African influence to this day.
The kick and snare outline the three side of son clave:

Lets make the kick a bit fancier:

In these examples, the snare takes the place of the kick:

Playing the snare and bass together beefs up the beat, and makes it sound more electronic:

Here are a few dance hall phrases. Although these examples are a bit busier, be careful not to overplay. Remember to play firmly, consistantly, and always with importance.

2nd Phrase:

3rd Phrase: