Trap Music: A Brief History
Trap music is a genre of hip-hop that originated in the early 2000s in the Southern United States. It is characterized by its dark gritty sound often features heavy bass 808 drums synthesizers. Trap music has become increasingly popular in recent years with many artists such as Migos Future Young Thug becoming household names.
Origins of Trap Music
Trap music has its roots in the early 2000s when Southern hip-hop artists such as T.I. Young Jeezy Gucci Mane began to experiment with a darker more aggressive sound. This sound was heavily influenced by the sound of the RolTR-808 drum machine which was popularized by early hip-hop producers such as Dr. Dre DJ Premier.
Trap Music Today
Today trap music has become one of the most popular genres of hip-hop. It has been embraced by mainstream artists such as Drake Cardi B Travis Scott has become a staple of the hip-hop scene. Trap music has also become popular in other genres such as EDM pop with artists such as Marshmello The Chainsmokers incorporating trap elements into their music.
Conclusion
Trap music has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the early 2000s. It has become one of the most popular genres of hip-hop has been embraced by mainstream artists fans alike. Trap music is here to stay its influence can be heard in many different genres of music.
