Old School Bassline

Old school bassline is a high-energy genre characterized by its infectious, syncopated rhythms, prominent basslines, and catchy melodies. Emerging in the UK in the late 1990s, it evolved from the breakbeat and UK garage scenes, incorporating elements of hip-hop, R&B, and dancehall. Typically featuring upbeat tempos, jazz-influenced chord progressions, and soulful, often MC-led vocals, old school bassline thrived in the early 2000s, particularly in Northern England's urban clubs. As a cultural phenomenon, it reflected the diversity and creativity of the UK's multicultural youth, blending African-Caribbean and Asian influences with British urban styles. Notably, old school bassline's distinct blend of bass-heavy production, jazz-infused harmonies, and energetic MCing set it apart from other UK-centric genres like grime and dubstep, solidifying its unique place in the UK's rich musical heritage.

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.: Relaxed Fit
.: 100% combed, ring-spun cotton
.: Light fabric
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.: Non-topstitched, classic width, rib collar
.: Taped neck and shoulders for comfort and durability
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