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Genre
boom bap
Parent Genre: hip hop

Boom bap is a subgenre of hip-hop that originated in the 1990s and is characterized by its gritty, sample-based production and hard-hitting drum patterns. The genre is known for its emphasis on lyricism and storytelling, often featuring socially conscious themes. Boom bap has seen a resurgence in recent years, with artists incorporating modern production techniques while staying true to the genre's roots.


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List of boom bap artists

Here is a list of boom bap artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the boom bap genre. You can find out what boom bap genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.

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