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Big Beat

Big Beat is a music genre that emerged in the mid-1990s, characterized by its fusion of electronic music and hip-hop elements. It typically features heavy, breakbeat-driven rhythms, catchy samples, and a blend of genres such as funk, rock, and house. Notable artists in the Big Beat scene include The Chemical Brothers, Fatboy Slim, and The Prodigy. The genre is known for its energetic sound, which makes it popular in dance clubs and festivals, and it significantly influenced the development of electronic dance music.