Sambass, also known as Drum 'n' Bossa, is a vibrant fusion genre blending the rhythmic complexity and cultural vibrance of Brazilian samba with the deep basslines and breakbeat tempos of drum and bass. Originating in the late 1990s and early 2000s, this genre marries the organic percussion and harmonic richness of samba to the futuristic, high-energy pulses of electronic dance music, resulting in tracks that are both dancefloor-ready and rich in traditional flavor. Artists like Alibi and L-Side inject contemporary production techniques with the soul of Brazil, producing tracks that feature looped samba beats, rolling basslines and occasionally the smooth Portuguese vocals characteristic of classic bossa nova, creating a sound that is at once familiar to enthusiasts of either genre while being distinctly innovative in its global appeal.

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Alibi

Single - Released November 1, 2024