Footwork

Footwork is a high-energy electronic music genre characterized by fast-paced, intricate rhythms, often between 160-180 BPM, and frequently features chopped, filtered samples and atmospheric synths. Emerging in the 1990s in Chicago, footwork evolved from ghetto house and juke, with its popularity peaking in the 2000s. The genre's frenetic beats, often featuring complex polyrhythms, are designed to accompany dance battles, with the music serving as a sonic backdrop for intense, athletic footwork. Footwork's cultural significance lies in its representation of Chicago's underground dance scene, with its innovative production techniques and energetic rhythms influencing a range of global electronic styles, including UK garage and drum and bass. Notable for its use of frenzied drum patterns, footwork distinguishes itself from similar genres through its emphasis on dancefloor energy and its unique blend of hip-hop, house, and electronic influences.

Keep On Steppin

Mike Clark Jr

Album - 7 Tracks - Released June 19, 2025