Breaks is a genre of electronic dance music that emerged in the mid-1990s. It is characterized by its use of breakbeats, which are sampled drum patterns from funk, soul, and hip-hop tracks. Breaks music often features heavy basslines, chopped-up vocals, and a wide range of electronic sounds and effects. It has a high-energy, dancefloor-oriented sound that is popular in clubs and festivals around the world. In recent years, the genre has seen a resurgence in popularity, with artists incorporating elements of jungle, techno, and other styles into their productions.
Here is a list of breaks artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the breaks genre. You can find out what breaks genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
