Jungle is a high-energy electronic music genre known for its rapid breakbeats and heavy basslines, originating in the early 1990s UK rave scene.
Characteristic Instruments
Breakbeats, samplers, synthesizers, and bass-heavy drum machines are the core instruments shaping Jungle’s sound.
Dominant Styles
Jungle features fast tempos, chopped up breakbeats, and influences from reggae and dub, making it distinct within electronic music.
Top Artists by Era
Classic Era
- Goldie
- Shy FX
- DJ Hype
- LTJ Bukem
Modern Era
- Roni Size
- Adam F
- Dillinja
- Reprazent
Contemporary
- Mefjus
- Sub Focus
- Netsky
- S.P.Y