Entity: TRIP-HOP
Trip-hop is a genre of electronic dance music that combines slow hip-hop beats with hypnotic synthesized sounds, creating a relaxed and atmospheric mood.
TRIP-HOP
Etymology
The term 'trip-hop' is believed to have originated from the combination of 'trip', referring to the psychedelic experience induced by drugs, and 'hop', derived from 'hip-hop'.
Definition
Trip-hop is a genre of electronic dance music characterized by slow hip-hop beats, hypnotic synthesized sounds, and an atmospheric vibe. It is intended to create a relaxed mood and often incorporates elements of dub music.
Historical Context
Trip-hop emerged in the late 1980s from the Bristol sound scene as a more experimental variant of breakbeat. Artists like Massive Attack, Portishead, and Tricky are considered pioneers of the genre.
Cultural Significance
Trip-hop gained popularity in the 1990s and became associated with British electronic music and drug culture. Its unique blend of hip-hop, electronica, and ambient music has influenced a wide range of artists across different genres.
Related Concepts
Other related genres include downtempo, chillout, and ambient music, which share similarities with trip-hop in terms of tempo and atmospheric sound.
See Also
A genre of electronic dance music characterized by slow hip-hop beats, hypnotic synthesized sounds, and an atmospheric vibe.