Broken Beat

Broken beat is an eclectic and musically sophisticated genre that emerged from the London underground in the late '90s, characterized by its asymmetrical, syncopated rhythm patterns that diverge from conventional 4/4 time signatures. It's an amalgam that ingeniously fuses elements of jazz, funk, and soul with futuristic electronic music, dipping into house, Afrobeat, and Latin influences. Anchored by heavy, shuffling basslines and crisp, intricate drum programming, broken beat creates a kinetic, off-kilter groove that invites both contemplative listening and dynamic dancefloors. Producers like Kaidi Tatham and Mark de Clive-Lowe, as well as groups like Kyoto Jazz Massive, are noted for their virtuosic musicianship, seamlessly integrating live instrumentation with electronic production to generate a sound that is both cutting-edge and nostalgically reverent to its roots.

Latest Broken Beat Release
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Won't Let You Down
Single - Released May 23, 2025
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